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The Basics of Caring for Goats

September 12, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Kids' Corner

Despite the fact that there are many different breeds of goats today, the basics of caring for goats is pretty much the same. There isn’t a big difference between raising a dairy goat or a meat goat.

10 Signs of Goat Heat

September 9, 2020 · Gail Damerow · Health

Knowing the facts about goats and having the ability to recognize goat heat will equip you to take appropriate measures to either get your doe bred or keep her from getting pregnant, whichever is your goal.

All About Nigerian Dwarf Goats

September 8, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Goat Breeds

The Nigerian Dwarf goat is a miniature goat of West African origin. Nigerian Dwarf goats are enjoying a rise in popularity due to their small size and colorful markings.

Summertime Calls for Goat Milk Ice Cream

August 26, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Home Dairy

Ice cream using whole goat milk is fantastic. However, plan to eat it up, as it will freeze hard as a rock and will not be easy to dip. Using half cream and half whole milk will make an ice cream that will not freeze so hard and it will be easy to scoop, just like the store-bought stuff.

Goat Training Fundamentals

August 25, 2020 · Tamsin Cooper · Ownership

Goats are learning all the time and can be trained using positive reinforcement techniques, making life more fun and harmonious for you and your goats.

Feeding Goats and Sheep 101

August 23, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Feed & Housing

Feeding goats can be as diverse as their purposes. Goats – and for that matter, sheep – have many different purposes: Meat, milk, pets, therapy, commercial production, and valuable homestead livestock.

Breed Profile: Pygmy Goats

August 17, 2020 · Tamsin Cooper · Goat Breeds

Pygmy goats are of West African origin and are characterized by their short legs and face due to genetic dwarfism. Their sturdy bodies and hardiness confer utility in their native countries.

All About Goat Wattles

August 16, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Ownership

By general consensus of those who have attempted to define them, goat wattles are simply hair-covered appendages of flesh hanging from the throat area. hanging from the throat area. There are goat breeders themselves who have interesting theories on how, why, and what goat wattles are for.