Goats

In the past few years, goat milk production and consumption have risen in America.  Compared to the rest of the world, we are a bit of an odd duck as … Read Post

As ruminant animals (like cows, sheep, and deer), the primary food for goats is hay.  Their stomachs comprise 4 compartments, the first one being the rumen, which digests long fibers … Read Post

Any good goat owner wants what’s best for their livestock, and shelter is one of the critical elements.  But when you start to search for advice, you see a lot … Read Post

Goats are delightful animals to keep as pets!  However, determining exactly how many goats to keep together is often tricky for novice hobby farmers.  Will a goat be happy enough … Read Post

When you see your dog wagging their tail, it’s easy to see how happy they are!  However, what does it mean when goats wag their tails?  Goats use tail wagging … Read Post

When raising baby goats in the winter, it’s essential to always be prepared for potentially hazardous situations.  Cold weather can greatly affect goats differently, especially when they’re only kids.  But … Read Post

So, you’re thinking about getting a goat and are wondering about the typical costs.  Who would blame you?  Goats make fun and entertaining additions to any backyard farm or homestead.  … Read Post

Goats are fun and quirky farm animals.  They make an excellent addition to any goat owner with a backyard farm or homestead.  However, they are known for being quite noisy … Read Post

All farm animals start to get messy from time to time – it’s all a part of spending so much time outside.  Still, it might lead you to wonder, “What … Read Post

In addition to being adorable animals to add to your homestead or farm, goats are an excellent biological solution for clearing acreage efficiently without heavy equipment. They are earth-friendlier options … Read Post