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cw32050
Aug 18, 2010
does anyone know of a good breed of goat to have in north central florida for just the fun of it.. -
Jessica Clark
Jul 13, 2009
Thanks for the advice! 5*s!
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FlyingEwe
Nov 04, 2008
The goat's temperament is far more important than whether it has horns or not. Some of mine have horns, others don't... a kid is likely to get knocked down and stepped on, not gouged/poked with a horn. The irresponsibility is purely on the part of the parent when it comes to interactions with ALL animals. Cats have claws, goats have horns... removing them does not remove the need for parental responsibility. Disbudding is purely optional, unless one is talking about a show dairy goat.
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FlyingEwe
Nov 04, 2008
The goat's temperament is far more important than whether it has horns or not. Some of mine have horns, others don't... a kid is likely to get knocked down and stepped on, not gouged/poked with a horn. The irresponsibility is purely on the part of the parent when it comes to interactions with ALL animals. Cats have claws, goats have horns... removing them does not remove the need for parental responsibility. Disbudding is purely optional, unless one is talking about a show dairy goat.
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Feb 01, 2006
Actually, horned goats are dangerous to adults as well, not to mention other goats! I have heard some horror stories about this. I like to keep animals in as natural a way as possible, and I think goats look beautiful with their horns, but I am convinced, after doing some research that it is irresponsible to keep goats without dis-budding them at birth. Find a breeder who does this is a sign that they take good care of their animals.
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Feb 01, 2006
Actually, horned goats are dangerous to adults as well, not to mention other goats! I have heard some horror stories about this. I like to keep animals in as natural a way as possible, and I think goats look beautiful with their horns, but I am convinced, after doing some research that it is irresponsible to keep goats without dis-budding them at birth. Find a breeder who does this is a sign that they take good care of their animals.
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Nov 22, 2005
I got three six month old wethers all on the same day. After they acclimated to leaving the big herd, I bought dog-type halters for them; adjusting the halters to the body configuration of the goat. I then walked them each separately on a dog leash to grazing areas. I put out three runs, which I move about my acreage. Never leave a goat out on a run for longer than 45 minutes, and always stay with them and check for tangling. Be aware of any poisonous plants in your grazing areas. My overgrown mess of pine forest is now being selectively deforested; new clean growth and grass is emerging, boggy areas are drying out, sun is filtering in, and no damage is done to the environment. I have no worries with any kind of fencing. They have 200 feet of safe fenced yard to run, rest, and romp.
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Nov 22, 2005
I have found that girl goats are more loving so if you want it as a pet I would say get the girl goat.
