About the Author

Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP

Katherine and her beloved husband Jerry are owned by their LaManchas, Norwegian Fjord horses, alpacas and gardens on a small piece of Pacific Northwest paradise. Her varied international alternative degrees and certifications, including Master of Herbology and lifelong experience with creatures of many kinds, give her unique insight into guiding others through human or creature wellness problems. Her wellness products and consultations are available at www.firmeadowllc.com.

That Scary Goat!

August 5, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ownership

What contributes to scary goat behavior and how can we reduce that likelihood? Let’s explore that so that you seldom to never have a scary goat!

Katherine’s Caprine Corner July/August 2020

June 4, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP answers reader questions about goat allergies, weaning kids, and preparing bucks for breeding season.

Kat’s Corner: Answers about What to Feed Goats

May 24, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Feed & Housing

Kat’s Caprine Corner answers your pressing goat questions. In this issue: What to feed goats. And will poison hemlock hurt my animals?

Poisonous Plants for Goats: Avoiding Dastardly Disasters

May 12, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Feed & Housing

Do you have poisonous plants for goats on your property? Check this list then consult your extension office to find what else may be local.

Katherine’s Caprine Corner May/June 2020

April 3, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

Katherine Drovdahl MH CR CA CEIT DipHIr QTP answers reader questions about staph on udders, investing in higher-quality goats, and turning goats out to new pastures.

Normal Goat Temperature and Goats Who Don’t Follow the Rules

March 5, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Health

Normal goat temperatures should range from about 101.5 to 103.5 degrees F. If my caprines temp below or above, I start investigating for an issue in progress.

Katherine’s Caprine Corner March/April 2020

February 10, 2020 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP answers reader questions about deworming pregnant goats and kids, hoof trimming, and the best way to warm a hypothermic goat.

Can Goats Eat Christmas Trees? and More Questions About Goat Health

December 26, 2019 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ask The Expert

Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP answers your questions about winter bedding and goat diarrhea that won’t stop! Plus: can goats eat Christmas trees?

Katherine’s Caprine Corner January/February 2020

December 9, 2019 · Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

Katherine Drovdahl MH CA CR CEIT DipHIr QTP answers your questions about avoiding moldy feed, what to do if does breed too young, and feeding pregnant does.