Dairy goat breeds range in size from miniature to standard size milk produces weighing in at well over 100 pounds. Today we are going to walk through what we think are the best breeds of dairy goats one by one and let you decide which fits your needs! Let’s dive in! History of Dairy Goat […]
Raising meat goats on the homestead offers lean and naturally raised protein for the dinner table and an opportunity to earn some extra cash to funnel back into your sustainable and self-reliant efforts. Owning a large or even medium acreage homestead is unnecessary to keep quality meat goats. The miniature Pygmy goat breed offers the […]
Are you looking for the best goat feed that can support its growth? If your goat has a low protein diet or has been feeding on low-quality hay, taking feeds is an excellent option to boost their nutrition. However, choosing an economical feed that provides the quality nutrients your goat needs isn’t always easy. So, […]
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Are you looking for some goat toys for your goats? These small ruminants are naturally curious, and they love exploring, so putting them in an empty pen can make them feel bored. But the good news is there are myriads of boredom buster ideas for your herd. So if you want to know : Why […]
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We’ve all heard that “good fences make good neighbors,” and once you deal with animals, it makes a lot more sense! While you may have the courtesy not to wander onto your neighbor’s property and scatter their mulch, the same can’t be said for your chickens! Hoofstock is a whole other ballgame – particularly goats. […]
When considering goats vs. chickens for your farm, you may feel a bit overwhelmed by the benefits of both. Because they both have a lot to offer you and your family! Chickens are considered the gateway to farming animals, but goats aren’t too far behind. Both critters are like chips. You can’t have just one. […]
A lot of people ask us if they should purchase a male or female goat. And usually, I just smile and say, “yes.” Because, when it comes to buying goats, the answer depends on the reason they’re purchasing a male or female goat, to begin with. If you’ve been wondering which goat gender to purchase, […]
Are you a newbie homesteader interested in keeping goats in your suburban home? We don’t want to break the bubble for you. But before you should do that, you need to face the reality that there will be challenges in raising goats and your local laws. But do not fret! We’ll help you navigate the […]
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If you have a male goat, at some point, you may be castrating a goat, and we want to help you through this process. You can do this using an elastrator, a tool that crushes the spermatic cord, cutting off blood flow to the testicles. It is a safe and relatively easy process if you […]
Knowing how to take care of a goat will directly impact the health of your herd. A hardy herd begins with the purchase of quality and healthy goats but it is the daily maintenance of the livestock that will create happy farm pets, brush clearers, milk producers, and a source of protein. Learning the basics […]
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