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By Houlesranch 1 comments
Like in my other articles I have written. I absolutely love my goats. They have such personalities you cannot help but love them. We use all of our goats for brush, weed control and fire prevention. Here in Colorado that is getting to be so ... more »
By Kat Yares 0 comments
It will happen to anyone who breeds goats at some time. Either the mama doe goat dies in childbirth, or she refuses to nurse her kids. While it takes a lot in terms of commitment, the kid goat can be raised on a bottle until it is eating food... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 3 comments
Choose feed based on what your goat or herd thrives best on and the type of grass or hay your goat has available... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 1 comments
Fencing is expensive, so plan your goat pen to last and to hold other animals if needed... more »
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They flounce, they bounce and they cuddle. There is no doubt that baby goats, or kids as they are officially known, are cute. Like all kids, they grow up fast and taking care of a baby goat can be a lot of work. Whether you are planning on ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 2 comments
Good herd management will provide years of companionship, dairy products, and meat. Goats make good pets and show animals for smaller children... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 4 comments
When choosing a goat, decide how you'll be using the goat - for milk, meat or just to show... more »
By Houlesranch 2 comments
We have the very best way to prevent weeds from invading your property. Do you want the best way to get rid of all weeds and noxious weeds off your property with out using any chemicals or pesticides. It has been done 100s of years like this ... more »
By *Janet Ford 3 comments
If you want your dairy goats to feel, perform and even show their best, you may wish to look at having your own feed mixed versus buying it by the bag labeled simply 'goat feed' at your local feed store. All goats are not created equal. Here is ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 1 comments
Goat's milk can be a good substitute for people who are allergic to cow's milk. Goat's milk can also be used to make butter, cheese, yogurt and ice cream... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 27 comments
Remember to have fun and smile. Your goat senses it if you are nervous or upset... more »
By Houlesranch 2 comments
How to use goats for weed control..The Pros and cons of using goats and the results you will get with using goats for weed and brush control. We have been raising goats for the past 10 years, it has only been with in the past 2 years we have ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Goats serve many purposes, whether they are used for meat, as pets, show animals and working animals. No matter what you use goats for, they must be vaccinated and cared for properly. Vaccines can keep your goat healthy and prevent them from ... more »
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Fainting goats are a breed that faints when scared or startled. The fainting is caused by a genetic disorder inherent in the species. When the goats are frightened, their muscles seize up for about 10 seconds. This disorder can cause younger ... more »
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Fainting goats have good natures, which contributes to their popularity. They are fairly easy to care for, and they don't jump and climb like other breeds. These goats periodically "faint" due to a hereditary muscle condition. Goats are used for ... more »
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Fainting goats are also known as nervous goats, stiff-leg goats, Myotonic Goats, wooden-leg goats and Tennessee Scare Goats. Why? Because, when startled, the goat's legs stiffen and it falls over, frozen for about 10 seconds. Despite this rather ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Miniature, or pygmy, goats can be kept as pets, milking goats, browsers, or show animals. Pygmy goats are suitable for almost any climate. They are well suited to be part of a herd or housed with other goats. They are an intelligent, docile and ... more »
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Even though goats are often depicted as virtual garbage disposals through cartoons or other sources, it is important to provide them with a nutritious diet. The fainting goat breed historically survived off brush and weeds. However, with the ... more »
By *Janet Ford 0 comments
Those big, floppy ears can easily drag in the water dishes. What is an owner to do in the winter time to prevent damage to their animals ears when it's impossible to keep the ears dry?.. more »
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Whether you're a junior competitor showing your dairy goat for the first time, an amateur goat enthusiast or a professional breeder, taking your goat to show is an exciting way to evaluate the quality of your animal and test your showmanship ... more »
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Keeping your goat's hooves trimmed and clean will prevent disease and crippling. To trim hooves, you will need shears, a pocketknife, a rasp and a hoof pick... more »
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A lot of factors go into breeding goats and there is no foolproof formula for success. Breeding and raising goats takes time, dedication and knowledge. Whether you decide to breed goats as a business venture or a hobby, it is not something that ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 5 comments
All cleaning and shaving of your goat can be done at home before the show. It is best to shave your goat a few days before the show to allow that "just cut" look to grow out... more »
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Caring for a large herd of goats can be expensive and having to call a vet to give every vaccination can run even a well off farmer into bankruptcy. Knowing how to give your goat a shot is something every goat owner should know. Not only does it ... more »
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Before you acquire the cute little pygmy goats that you want to raise, you need to know how to care for them. The following steps will help you make the final decision in your quest to bring these little guys onto your property and give them the ... more »