All about Goats

If you're looking into adding goats to your farm, it is highly recommended that you get at least two. Goats do not like to be alone. If a goat is left alone for a long period of time, you'll notice his temperament will change. He will become lonely, withdrawn, and even depressed. So, be sure to get your goat a buddy. If you don't plan to breed them, get two does or a doe and a weathered buck (a castrated male).   

You technically do not have to own a farm or lots of land to have a goat as a pet. As long as you provide your goats with a penned area (a small pasture is ideal), shelter against the elements, food and fresh water, your goats will be happy and healthy!  

Goats are very social animals. They love attention! You can compare their friendliness to dogs and their intelligence to cats. They are inquisitive by nature, exploring new surroundings and poking their noses into whatever is within reach.  

We primarily raise Nubian goats on our farm. Here are a few interesting facts about Nubians:

• Nubians are the most popular breed of dairy goats in the United States
• Nubians are dual-purpose goats, useful for both meat and milk
• Nubians produce very rich milk, with a high average butterfat content
• Nubians can produce up to a gallon of milk a day!
• Nubians have long and graceful ears with a Roman like nose
• Nubians have short hair, fine and glossy, and can have a variety of colors or patterns