"Although a quart a day is the average production for a ND doe, this particular doe is at her peak, which should be much higher. Does should peak at 3-5 pounds a day, so it makes sense that you were able to get a quart (about 2 pounds) from her one…"
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Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Dezarae Thomas's discussion Tiny goats?"Are all of those minerals in separate feeders? Unless you have about a dozen minerals out for free choice (especially zinc and selenium), you should also have a multi-mineral available such as Sweetlix Meat Maker or Purina Goat Minerals.
There is…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Rose Stuart's discussion monitor for barn"If you asked me what is the most important thing to buy for goat kidding, I would say a monitor! We now have a video monitor, but for about 8 years, we used a $15 baby monitor. You will get a lot more sleep and shouldn't lose any more babies to…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Lisa Cotter's discussion CL positive test..."Well, that is a much more challenging question to answer! I personally would not go on second-hand information. I would want to talk to the person who vaccinated her and find out why. As I said, you really should not vaccinate an animal unless your…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Dee's discussion Cocoa just had TRIPLETS!!!!"Maybe I'm not understanding something. Bucks do have teats. They should have two and only two, just like does. (Human males have nipples just like females, even though they're not functional.)"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Lisa Cotter's discussion CL positive test..."Yes, if a goat is vaccinated for CL, testing is worthless because the goat will always test positive, which is why it should only be used on uninfected animals in herds that have had an outbreak. If I remember correctly, you have Raising Goats…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Dee's discussion Weaning timing.."They'll start eating within a few days, but that has NOTHING to do with weaning. They'll just nibble alongside their mom as she eats. They should continue to nurse for at least 2-3 months. I personally never wean my doelings as I've…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Dee's discussion Cocoa just had TRIPLETS!!!!"Not sure what a nub is, but there is nothing about a buck's scrotum that looks like anything on a doeling. The scrotum hangs down between his legs. A doeling has nothing hanging down. In fact, I don't even look to check gender. I just…"
Donna Peck left a comment for Deborah Niemann-Boehle"Hi Deborah! Thanks for the welcome. It's good to know that there are people in our corner of the world who are also Nigerian Dwarf owners/enthusiasts! Thank you."
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Rachel Whetzel's discussion Anyone Looking for Goats in Oregon?"Was that a typo, or are her goats seriously 10 years old? If so, a home that will be kind to them will not breed them. I don't even breed some of my milkers when they're that old. I can't believe a vet said it would be okay to breed a…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle left a comment for Donna Peck"Welcome to the group! We do have members here from your little corner of the world in or near Nova Scotia."
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Dee's discussion Cocoa just had TRIPLETS!!!!"Congratulations! It is amazing how fast your herd can grow! Literally overnight! "
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Judy Asarkof's discussion Winged Predators??"I had never thought about an owl being a problem with goats, but it seems that 10 pounds is about the max size of their prey, and a healthy kid should cross that line within a couple of weeks. We also have a dog with our goats, and I don't…"
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Julia Stephens's discussion Buck with clumpy poo, fecal looks okay. What's wrong?"You don't need much grain to get the COWP down him -- maybe a couple of tablespoons. If it is not all gone when the grain is gone, you can just add a sprinkle of grain on top of the COWP."
Deborah Niemann-Boehle replied to Paula Kirk's discussion Tetanus"Toxoid is a vaccine. Antitoxin is what you give to treat an animal that may have been exposed to tetanus.
Most people who vaccinate simply give CDT, which includes tetanus and clostridium. However, not everyone vaccinates. If you do, you should…"
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Week one weight gain
Started this discussion. Last reply by Myra Isaac Feb 20. 3 Replies 1 Like
People have asked about newborn weight gain in the past, and I've said multiple times that I want to keep track of a kids' weights at some point, but I never got around to it ... until now! Actually…Continue
Nutrients in weeds
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chaverah Farm Dec 4, 2013. 1 Reply 1 Like
Next time a new member talks about ripping up the weeds in their pasture and planting grass, we need to point them to this study:…Continue
ND color genetics
Started Oct 31, 2013 0 Replies 0 Likes
For those of you who are interested in ND colors, this site spells it all out:http://www.hasitall.com/genetics/Have fun!Continue
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It's here! My book is officially published!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lisa Cotter Sep 17, 2013. 11 Replies 7 Likes
My book is here! They just arrived today, hot off the press!So excited! They won't be in stores for 2-3 weeks while they make their way through the supply chain, but if you'd like to order an…Continue
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- At 7:04am on March 6, 2014,
Donna Peck said… Hi Deborah! Thanks for the welcome. It's good to know that there are people in our corner of the world who are also Nigerian Dwarf owners/enthusiasts! Thank you.
- At 7:21pm on February 15, 2014, Juliana Goodwin said…
Hi Deborah I am so sorry!! I hardly ever use that gmail account anymore and I haven't seen any of this until just now.
Thank you for letting me know about Lizzie's buck- I am regretfully going to have to pass on him though. I really had my heart set on the Charlotte buck...I hope I didn't hold you up in advertising him. I will just forfeit my deposit in case there was any inconvenience in my slow reply. thanks so much for letting me know.
- At 10:44pm on October 26, 2013,
Glenna Rose said… Thank you so much for the link, Deborah! I already posted it on facebook where my "friends" are already familiar with the antics of mine. Drug-fighting goats rock!
- At 8:06pm on October 8, 2013,
Myra Isaac said… - Yes, I'm a Kansas girl! :) I would love to meet you as well!! We're about 5.5 hours from Lawrence in the southwest corner of the state so it's a bit of a drive.
- At 12:41pm on August 18, 2013,
Lyn Adams said… - Just ordered your new book , Raising Goats Naturally. Looking forward to reading it.
- At 8:26am on June 18, 2013, Bruce Ashbrook said…
Good Morning,I have two bottle babies(have reduced to 8oz. per day).They are on their way to being 20 lbs.Will wean soon .
My ?
Should kids be locked in at night there are no predators that I'm Leary about and I thought they could come and go as they please in the Paddock area Thank You
- At 8:41pm on June 7, 2013,
Amy Bell said… Deborah,
I just had an ah-ha moment. Having trouble tattooing my dark eared goats. So I bought some light green ink and thought all would be well.
I re-tattooed a black doe 3 weeks ago for a show and decided to check and see how the tattoo was looking. Well the right side I did with my gray numerals and the left with my white numerals. A few years ago I bought the white set because I was missing a few letters.
Well there was no color on the right side, just the scar. The left side retained the color. I noticed that my white numerals have thicker needles, thus putting more ink in the ear.
Maybe too late to put in your book but I wish I knew that before!!
- At 1:08pm on February 27, 2013,
Laura Collins said… Hi Deborah! I hope to be able to get your books soon. Do they come in a digital copy?
And Happy Belated Birthday!
- At 12:48pm on February 21, 2013,
Payton Larson said… Happy Birthday!! :D
- At 11:36am on February 21, 2013,
Kailyn Elliott said…
Happy Birthday!
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