How do others keep records for each of their goats? Do you keep a folder for each or one notebook for all?
Also, I could not find one form that had everything on it that I can think to possibly record, so I have designed my own, now three pages long
Read more…My mentor and I have been discussing minerals lately because we have recently found a store that sells another mineral someone suggested. I feel reasonably certain everyone here agrees that Purina's minerals are bad because of the salt content. Now
Read more…We've been feeding our 4 does, 1 buckling and 1 wether sheep ration grain supplements in addition to extra minerals (kelp) and baking soda. They get this twice per day about 1 cup each at each feed. Lately they've been leaving the sheep pellets. W
Read more…I just discovered this page and wanted to share it with everyone. It includes some really excellent advice on buying goats!
http://www.promisedlandfarm.net/caveatemptor.htm
Updated Feb. 16, 2014
Keith Harrell, the breeder who had this website, died
Read more…David pointed out two ant hills in the doe pen today. What can I use to eradicate them that won't hurt my girls?
bought a bag of alfalfa pellets today - wondering how much I should feed my goats? It says 1 to 2% their body weight...... I know it sounds like a dumb question - but wondered if anyone else uses pellets.
The still have orchard grass hay to eat (
Read more…Where do I start since my little goat has never been fed anything on purpose? She was used as a "lot cleaner" in town. I'd like to get her as healthy as possible, so what do I focus on? Are there any special steps to take?
I'm off to pick up the Puri
So, I thought I KNEW without a doubt that we wanted to get ND next year, but after talking to another farmer who has mini-Nubians, I don't know. So, not trying to stir up anything, but can some of you tell me why you choose one over the other, or if
Read more…Hey there all, I'm new here, and I guess I need to introduce myself a bit before posing my question.
I'm from Alaska, and my husband and I have a home there, in a very small town. We're currently living in New Orleans, but we'll be returning to Alask
Read more…My goats will be arriving in about a week and I'm currently building three pastures out of cattle panels. The space I'm putting the pastures is all dirt so my question is what would be the best mix of grass to plant?
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does anyone grow and mix their own grain formula? Everything I read says you need all sorts of chemicals and supplements. Our grandparents didn't do this, does anyone feed just FOOD? In past years I had Nubians and fed them sweet feed, never had a p
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Hi! What is the minimum temperature that we should keep the barn with new kids, three month old kids and adults? I think that I read somewhere the temperature should be around 40 to 6o degrees. Is that correct? Please help.. Thanks.
Read more…I got three goats this summer (my first goats) and two of them are mother and son. I have been milking Mom and trying to get her to wean her little one for several months. I had them separate for over a month and thought I had it done but now they
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Does anybody recommend a certain type of dewormer for kids? I have tried to get them to eat the pellets and had no luck. Do they make an injectable version safe for them? If not, is there a liquid that I can use?
Thanks.
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Hi, all, I just joined this forum and am planning for goats this spring/summer. The front half of the lot is a lightly wooded former sand pit, which looks to me like Goat Disneyland-- lots of rocks, stumps, a few fallen trees to climb on and (sad for
Read more…Hi, I am popping up all over with stupid questions. I am getting my first goats tomorrow: a doe, a wether, and a 3 month female kid. The wether and doe are bro/sis twins and he was included in the package from the breeder because she said he is ver
Read more…I have not had time to post since my girls came home! I am so excited to have them. Isabel comes running up to get petted when she sees me. Indiana still hangs back but will usually sniff if I stick my hand out.... she likes her food David just calls
Read more…I thought it would be fun to discuss various odd goat behaviors...When I first brought home one of my young goats she would stiffen her front legs, ponce forward and bark, cough at the sight of my dog. He is the sweetest dog, but does look threateni
Read more…OK, I know there are probably a million recipes out there. I am looking for recipes or ideas for goats treats. I have a young goat I am trying to train and she won't take any normal treats. I am looking for all the ideas this audience has had luck
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