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| how to care for miniature goats: Mini Goats Sue Weaver, 2016-02-02 You don't have to find a farm to find a goat these days. Goats have become popular on hobby farms and even in suburban backyards for fleece, for milk, and just as pets. Goats are known for their easy-keeping qualities and delightful personalities, and what's easier to keep than a goat? A miniature goat! Including Pygmy Goats, Nigerian Dwarfs, Mini-Myotonics, Miniature Silky Fainting Goats, Miniature Dairy Goats, Pygoras, and Nigoras, mini goats have all of the traits that fanciers love about full-sized goat breeds in a compact size. City dwellers can even enjoy the companionship of a miniature goat—or two! In The Mini Goat Guide, experienced goat keeper and author Sue Weaver brings readers the most comprehensive and current information about selecting and caring for miniature goats. Inside The Mini-Goat Guide: The miniature goat breeds and their myriad sizes, shapes, coat types, and colors Preparing for mini goat ownership and selecting the right goats for you The miniature goat's behavior, temperament, social nature, and body language How to feed, house, exercise, groom, and provide proper health care for your mini goats Breeding goats and raising kids Special considerations for owning dairy goats |
| how to care for miniature goats: Holistic Goat Care Gianaclis Caldwell, 2017 In Holistic Goat Care, Caldwell offers readers a comprehensive gu ide to maintaining a healthy herd of goats, whether they are dairy goats, meat goats, fiber goats, or pet goats. [This book] will empower even novice goat owners to confidently diagnose and treat most of the ailments that goats might experience. For the experienced goat farmer, the book offers a depth of insight and approaches to treatment not found in any other book-- |
| how to care for miniature goats: Raising Goats For Dummies Cheryl K. Smith, 2010-01-28 Learn to raise goats and start reaping the benefits of owning these fun and useful animals Raising goats is a major part of human life (and survival) around the world. The movement has increased in popularity in recent years as consumers embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, reject commercialism, move to organic food options, and raise concerns about industrial agriculture practices. Raising Goats For Dummies provides you with an introduction to all aspects of owning, caring for, and the day-to-day benefits of raising goats. Breaks down the complicated process of choosing and purchasing the right goat breed to meet your needs and getting facilities for your goat set up. Provides in-depth information on proper grooming, handling, feeding, and milking Covers the basics of goat health and nutrition Offers tips and advice for using your goat to produce milk, meat, fiber, and more You'll quickly understand what makes these useful and delightful creatures so popular and gain the knowledge and skills to properly care for and utilize their many offerings with help from Raising Goats For Dummies. |
| how to care for miniature goats: City Goats Jennie Grant, 2012-10-03 CLICK HERE to download the chapter called Legalizing Goats In Your City from City Goats Time Magazine calls author Jennie Grant the, godmother of goat lovers. * Explains the how-to and benefits of keeping and raising milking goats on your city lot * Get a healthy source of milk, as well as a hobby that will change your life * Longtime urban goat keeper Jennie Grant is an experienced city goat farmer and Goat Justice activist JENNIE GRANT is your average 40-something mother with a bungalow in Seattle's leafy Madrona neighborhood, a happy middle-school child, a tolerant husband, and a pug named Eddie. She also happens to keep chickens and two milking goats, Snowflake and Eloise, and is regionally known as the passionate founder of the Goat Justice League. Since Grant began keeping milking goats several years ago, she has learned firsthand the remarkable benefits and beauty of keeping goats -- how much healthier and easier to maintain a yard with goats can be, the tolerance levels of neighbors, the health benefits of non-industrial foods, and how interacting with goats inspires a connection with nature. City Goats: The Goat Justice League's Guide to Urban Goat Keeping is her step-by-step guide to raising a pair of dairy goats in your urban or suburban backyard, from learning city zoning requirements and selecting goats to setting up your yard, building a goat shed, feeding and caring, kidding, and milking. Practical and at times comical (just like a goat!), connected both to nature and the city, and slightly rebellious -- City Goats: The Goat Justice League's Guide to Urban Goat Keeping is a book for gardeners, people committed to eating locally, and anyone who has ever pondered joining the backyard goat revolution. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Goats of Anarchy Leanne Lauricella, 2017-03-14 In the book Goats of Anarchy, Leanne shares adorable photos of her goats with descriptions of their personalities, touching rescue stories, and funny anecdotes about their antics. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Prairie Homestead Cookbook Jill Winger, 2019-04-02 Jill Winger, creator of the award-winning blog The Prairie Homestead, introduces her debut The Prairie Homestead Cookbook, including 100+ delicious, wholesome recipes made with fresh ingredients to bring the flavors and spirit of homestead cooking to any kitchen table. With a foreword by bestselling author Joel Salatin The Pioneer Woman Cooks meets 100 Days of Real Food, on the Wyoming prairie. While Jill produces much of her own food on her Wyoming ranch, you don’t have to grow all—or even any—of your own food to cook and eat like a homesteader. Jill teaches people how to make delicious traditional American comfort food recipes with whole ingredients and shows that you don’t have to use obscure items to enjoy this lifestyle. And as a busy mother of three, Jill knows how to make recipes easy and delicious for all ages. Jill takes you on an insightful and delicious journey of becoming a homesteader. This book is packed with so much easy to follow, practical, hands-on information about steps you can take towards integrating homesteading into your life. It is packed full of exciting and mouth-watering recipes and heartwarming stories of her unique adventure into homesteading. These recipes are ones I know I will be using regularly in my kitchen. - Eve Kilcher These 109 recipes include her family’s favorites, with maple-glazed pork chops, butternut Alfredo pasta, and browned butter skillet corn. Jill also shares 17 bonus recipes for homemade sauces, salt rubs, sour cream, and the like—staples that many people are surprised to learn you can make yourself. Beyond these recipes, The Prairie Homestead Cookbook shares the tools and tips Jill has learned from life on the homestead, like how to churn your own butter, feed a family on a budget, and experience all the fulfilling satisfaction of a DIY lifestyle. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats Jerome D. Belanger, Jerry Belanger, Sara Thomson Bredesen, 2010-01-01 From the Back Cover: Minimal space and housing needs make goats a practical choice for small or backyard dairy farmers, and Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats is the one book farmers need to raise healthy, productive animals. This comprehensive and reassuring guide includes complete instructions for turning your goat milk into profitable cheese, yogurt, kefir, and butter. The revised and updated fourth edition includes: Updated information on disease diagnosis and treatment; Tips on choosing pygmy breeds; Expanded coverage of breeding, kidding, and raising kids; More information on milking, dairying, and cheesemaking; Expanded resource section. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Field Guide to Goats Cheryl Kimball, 2009-12-15 Kept as pets, raised for their milk, meat, or fiber, or prized for their beauty or rarity, goats are increasingly popular animals on farms large and small. Whether you raise a favored few or a hundred head, this guide is the ultimate resource on North American breeds. The book provides detailed descriptions of more than twenty goat breeds found in the United States and Canada, from the popular Nubian, Pygmy, and Boer to the rare and lovely Golden Guernsey. Illustrated with 150 color photographs, this convenient, easy-to-use field guide includes exhaustive information about behavior, characteristics, breeding, and history, as well as a glossary of caprine terms and a list of breed associations. It is the essential reference that anyone with an interest in goats should not be without. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Nigerian Dwarf Goats Care Wilson Daniel, 2019-08-19 The Nigerian dwarf goat is a livestock which originated from west Africa. It is a very popular breed of goat in west Africa. These breeds of goat are usually smaller than any other goat breeds for this purpose they are sometimes called miniature goats. Nigerian Dwarf Goats are fast becoming a firm favourite amongst those who want a different type of pet yet don't have the space to keep larger animals. Cute and friendly with a playful personality it is easy to see why people become so enamoured with them. This book contains everything you need to know about caring for these goats from how to spot if a goat is healthy right through to how to feed, house and care for your new pet. This book is for any owner who is relatively new to caring for these animals or for anyone who is considering buying one.This book will provide you with each and every information you need to know about Nigerian dwarf goats. GET YOUR COPY OF THIS BOOK TODAY |
| how to care for miniature goats: Happy Little Goats Soraya Hirth, 2017-04-25 Brighten your day with these priceless photos of goats having fun! Cats and dogs don’t have a monopoly on cuteness—behold the goat! Happy Little Goats features photos of adorable goats living the good life and getting into trouble on a beautiful farm. Too cute to blame for eating all the oranges off the tree or climbing onto the roof, these endearing creatures will show you what a carefree life really looks like. With hilariously clueless captions from the cutest goats you’ve ever seen, this book will melt your heart, give you a good chuckle, and maybe even make you want a pet goat of your own. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Goat Sue Weaver, 2021-03-16 The Goat: A Natural History offers a complete overview of this captivating creature, from the goatish Greek god Pan, to their cognitive capacity and typical milk yields. It is no secret that goats are highly intelligent. They are also curious, gentle, independent, very social, and full of character. They hate to get wet and will avoid puddles. Among the first domesticated animals, goats are a common character in western mythology. In ancient Greece, Crete, and Egypt, goats even received divine honours. Goats are increasingly appreciated for their high adaptability to a wide variety of environmental conditions, and will thrive in the warmer, dryer world of the future. This book reveals everything you need to know about the natural history of a fascinating animal. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Poop Song Eric Litwin, 2021-04-13 A satisfyingly silly picture book sing-along about pooping—a topic kids find hilarious and parents find necessary! Discover how cats, pelicans, space aliens, and even dinosaurs poop in this rollicking, rhyming verse that's sure to elicit giggles. With plenty of hilarious pictures and a catchy chorus that encourages young children to use the toilet, this laugh-out-loud story is the go-to potty training book that every family needs. • A playful approach to potty training • Full of humor that is silly, not disgusting • From the bestselling author of Pete the Cat: I Love my White Shoes Everybody's pooping all day long. That's why we sing the pooping song! A former elementary school teacher, Eric Litwin's books interweave traditional reading methods with music and movement to make learning fun and effective. • Children's books for kids ages 2–4 • Perfect for families potty training • Great for fans of silly picture books |
| how to care for miniature goats: Miniature Goats Or Mini Goats as Pets. Miniature Goat Owners Manual. Miniature Goats Care, Housing, Interacting, Feeding and Health. Ludwig Lorrick, 2015-01-08 Miniature goats are becoming so popular these days that they are redefining urban farming. Although the goat is a farm animal, the prospects of having them in an urban set up has made room for several bills and rules about having them at home. The best thing about miniature goats is, of course, their size. It is important to understand when you are bringing home a pet goat that these animals need special care and attention. If you are planning to bring a goat home, you must invest a lot of time doing your homework and research to make sure that you can take on the responsibility of being a miniature goat owner before you make a commitment. This book covers all the subjects including choosing your goats, how to take care of the goats, how to feed them and how to ensure that they are always healthy and happy. This book is perfect for a first time miniature goat owner. Covered in this book: - Which mini goats are best as pets - Things you must know - Where to buy - Making a home for your goats - First days at their new home - Housing - Daily care - Seasonal care - Feeding - Grooming - Understanding goat behavior - Training - Transport - Milking - Breeding - Health and well being .... and a lot more. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Diseases of The Goat John G. Matthews, 2016-09-26 Die 4. Auflage von Diseases of the Goat wurde vollständig überarbeitet und aktualisiert. Dieser Klassiker für Veterinärmediziner bietet alles Wissenswerte rund um diese Tierart, von der Erstbeurteilung und Untersuchung bis hin zu Diagnose, Behandlung und Therapie typischer Erkrankungen. Das Buch wurde zum schnellen Nachschlagen in der Praxis geschrieben und deckt sämtliche Aspekte der Behandlung und Haltung von Ziegen ab. - Mit Informationen zu Raubtieren, Euthanasie, Post-Mortem-Verfahren und der Behandlung von Frakturen. - Eine Vielzahl von Themen wurde erweitert, um eine noch größere Leserschaft, auch weltweit, anzusprechen. Vor allem Giftpflanzen werden ausführlicher dargestellt. - Beschäftigt sich auch mit neuen Erkrankungen und deren Auswirkungen, z. B. die Ausbreitung exotischer Krankheiten in neue geographische Regionen. |
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| how to care for miniature goats: Aesop's Fables Aesop, 1994 A collection of animal fables told by the Greek slave Aesop. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Natural Goat Care Pat Coleby, 2001 Goats thrive on fully organic natural care. As natural browsers, they have higher mineral requirements than other domestic animals, so diet is a critical element to maintaining optimal livestock health. In Natural Goat Care, consultant Pat Coleby shows how to solve health problems both with natural herbs and medicines and the ultimate cure, bringing the soil into healthy balance. Topics include: correct housing and farming methods; choosing the right livestock; diagnosing health problems; nutritional requirements and feeding practices; vitamins and herbal, homeopathic and natural remedies; psychological needs of goats; breeds and breeding techniques. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock Sue Weaver, 2012-11-02 Whether you want to the make most of a small plot of land or add diversity to a large farm, raising miniature livestock can be a fun and profitable experience. With expert advice on choosing a breed that suits your needs, Sue Weaver shows you how to house, feed, and care for miniature goats, sheep, donkeys, pigs, horses, cattle, and llamas. You’ll be inspired by profiles of successful breeders as you learn everything you need to know to keep your miniature livestock healthy and productive. |
| how to care for miniature goats: How to Raise Goats Carol A. Amundson, 2019-06-11 Whether you want to raise a dairy barn full of milkers, meat goats for market, a herd of Angoras for mohair fiber, or a few Pygmies as pets, this is the book for you. Goats are more popular than ever. The expert, hands-on advice in this new edition of Voyageur Press's best-selling goat manual makes it easy to get started. Providing information on the latest developments in husbandry, housing, and nutrition, veteran goat farmer Carol Amundson also describes the breeds popular in the United States and Canada and explains all the helpful dos and don’ts. You’ll find information about traveling with goats, marketing, treating illness, and more, including a glossary of caprine terms, tables and charts for easy reference, and a list of breed associations. Illustrated in full color and licensed by the Future Farmers of America, this guidebook is an indispensable resource for those who want to raise their very own goats. Easy-to-follow tips help you to: Choose the right breed for your needs Evaluate and purchase goats House and feed your herd Keep your herd healthy Breed goats and birth kids Market goats and their products Reviewed and approved by Dr. Clint Rusk (Purdue University Associate Professor in the Youth Development and Agriculture Education Department), this book will give you the tools you need to succeed in this challenging but rewarding venture. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goats as Pets. Pygmy Goat Owners Manual. Pygmy Goats Care, Housing, Interacting, Feeding and Health. Ludwig Lorrick, 2015-01-07 Pygmy goats are the most adorable goat breed. They are miniature goats that provide the best source of entertainment to goat owners across the globe. Pygmy goats were introduced to the world from central Africa. These goats were the result of a type of dwarfism. However, because of their hardiness and because of their calm and friendly nature, they were taken into individual homes. Another important trait of the pygmy goat is their size. This makes them the perfect urban backyard pet. They are not as demanding for space or food as other dairy goats but provide milk that is of better quality. Therefore, these goats are great pets to have. It is important to understand when you are bringing home a pet goat that this animal needs special care and attention. They are seldom found in the urban set up. They are usually raised in large numbers on farms and also in designated commercial set ups where there is ample professional help available to take care of these animals. If you are planning to bring a goat home, on the other hand, you must invest a lot more time doing your homework and research about this animal in the first place. You must be sure that you can take on this responsibility before you make a commitment. This book covers all the subjects including how choosing your goats, how to take care of the goat, how to feed them and even how to ensure that they are always healthy. This book is perfect for a first time owner. Covered in this book: - History - What you need to know before you buy - Housing - Grooming - Daily care - Milking - Interacting - Breeding - Health and well being - Insurance - Costs .... and much more |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goats Lorrie Boldrick, Lydia Hale, 1996 |
| how to care for miniature goats: Nigerian Dwarf Goats as Pets. Nigerian Dwarf Goat Owners Manual. Nigerian Dwarf Goats Care, Housing, Interacting, Feeding and Health. Ludwig Lorrick, 2015-01-08 The Nigerian Dwarf Goat is a miniature goat breed reared by goat lovers across the globe. You can accommodate the Nigerian Dwarf Goat in your backyard reasonably easy. The feeding costs are affordable as they are less than the feeding costs of other barn goats. It is important to understand when you are bringing home a pet goat that this animal needs special care and attention. If you are planning to bring home a goat you must invest a lot of time doing your homework and research about this animal. You must be sure that you can take on this responsibility before you make a commitment. This book covers all the subjects including choosing your goats, how to take care of your goats, how to feed them and how to ensure that they are always healthy. This book is perfect for a first time Nigerian Dwarf Goat owner. Covered in this book: - History - Things you must know - Where to buy - Making a home for your goats - First days at their new home - Housing - Daily care - Seasonal care - Feeding - Grooming - Understanding goat behavior - Training - Transport - Milking - Breeding - Health and well being .... and a lot more. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Mini Monsters: Can I Play? Caryl Hart, 2020-06-11 Set in a preschool for mini monsters, this fantastic new series stars four lovable characters who are learning valuable lessons about friendship and how to get along. In Can I Play?, Sparkle is getting ready to put on a magic show with her best friend, Arthur. But when Scout tries to join in, Sparkles loses her temper and cancels the show. She soon learns that some games are much better with all your friends! The first title in a brand-new character led-series perfect for LITTLE preschoolers learning to deal with BIG emotions, from an exceptional new pairing, bestselling author, Caryl Hart, and exciting debut illustrator, Tony Neal. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Joy of Keeping Goats Laura Childs, 2011-06-08 How to raise goats for meat, milk or bucolic... |
| how to care for miniature goats: Goat School Janice Spaulding, 2011-09-16 Getting your goat has never been easier. This book is part manual part cookbook, perfect for homesteaders or families looking to own goats for fun or function. It's also a perfect how-to guide for starting a small goat-based business. Packed with insider information on everything from breeding to milking, courtesy of the operators of the only goat school in the country, this book also features more than 100 recipes using goat milk, meat, and cheese. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Get That Goat! Michael Aushenker, 1990 When Arthur forgets to feed his goat, it eats everything in sight, from the backyard fence to a barbershop pole. |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Screaming Goat Running Press, 2016-04-05 Become the owner of your very own screaming goat. If you are a goat-loving fiend or you simply can't get enough of the screaming goat videos then you absolutely need to own a mini screaming goat. Your new goat companion sits on a tree stump and when you give him a gentle press he screams! The kit also includes a 32-page illustrated pocket guide of fun facts and trivia about everyone's favorite farm animal. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goats. Miniature Goats and Pygmy Goats As Pets. a Guide to Keeping Pygmy Goats George Hoddington, 2017-07-10 When most people hear the word pet they picture a cuddly kitten or a fluffy dog - maybe even a hamster or a bird. Most people do not associate the image of a horned and bearded goat with the word pet. Pygmy goats are, however, becoming very popular as pets and for good reason. These animals are very friendly and can be incredibly entertaining. If you have ever wanted a pet but don't want to go for something traditional like a cat or dog, a pygmy goat might be the right choice for you. While these animals may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the word pet, they actually make great companion animals. Pygmy goats are incredibly intelligent and affectionate by nature, which makes them a joy to keep. Additionally, the cost and care required for keeping these pets is significantly lower than keeping other kinds of livestock. If you are looking for an entertaining and unique pet, consider the pygmy goat. In this book you will learn the basics about pygmy goats including their origins as pets, what they look like and how to care for them. You will receive all the information you need to prepare your pygmy goat enclosure and to stock up on necessary supplies to keep your goats healthy. You will also find a number of valuable tools and resources regarding feeding, breeding and general care of pygmy goats as well as important information regarding preventing and treating pygmy goat diseases. As an added bonus, you will also receive a wealth of information about showing pygmy goats in addition to a long list of frequently asked questions. Everything you have ever wondered about pygmy goats can be found within the pages of this book! If you've ever considered keeping pygmy goats as pets, this book is just the thing you need to get started. Covered in this book: - Best breeds - Bonding - Choosing your goat - Costs - Feeding - Health care - History - History - Housing - Milking - Owner's checklist - Raising goats - .....and much more |
| how to care for miniature goats: Ecothrifty Deborah Niemann, 2012-10-16 Grow your own food and cook more from scratch. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Shri Sai Satcharita Govind Raghunath Dabholkar, 1999 Translated from original Marathi by Indira Kher, this work is a verse composition containing the known facts about Shri Sai Baba's life at Shirdi, and also his teachings seeks to meet a long-felt need. This is the Bible of Sai devotes in every sense of the term, In it's veracity, sanctity, faith and devotion that it inspires and the deep satisfaction, a sense of fulfilment that it brings to the devotee, it has no equal. Its sanctity derives from the fact that its idea was conceived during Baba's lifetime and with his blessings and express permission. For those unaware of Shri Sai Satcharita it is necessary to add that in the original it runs into 53 chapters and contains over 9,000 verses. Every chapter has a judicious mixture of philosophy, stories and anecdotes along with the Baba's teachings. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Goat Medicine Mary C. Smith, David M. Sherman, 2011-11-16 Fully revised and expanded, Goat Medicine, Second Edition includes discussions on new diseases ranging from bovine spongiform encephalopathy to floppy kid disease as well as major updates on important diseases such as scrapie, mycoplasmosis, paratuberculosis, and urolithiasis. Information has also been added on management of transgenic goats and organic goat production. The text begins by outlining fundamentals of goat practice and moves on to systems-based coverage of the goat. Each chapter provides clinical anatomy and physiology of every system alongside information on relevant clinical signs, differential diagnosis, and system-specific disease. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goats Alix Wood, 2016-12-15 Pygmy goats are becoming popular pets. What should you know before bringing one of these cute creatures home? Readers will find out as they discover basic facts about pygmy goats, including what animals they get along with and how to care for them. Learning about these adorable animals also introduces readers to science curriculum topics such as animal habitats. A helpful quiz is included to allow readers to test themselves on the fun facts they learned. Engaging main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and colorful photographs help make this an entertaining and educational reading experience for animal lovers. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Nigerian Dwarf Goat George Ferguson, 2019-04-11 The Nigerian Dwarf goat is a livestock animal of West African origin. Nigerian Dwarf goats are smaller in size compared to other goats; they are sometimes referred to as miniature goatsIn this book, you will find all of the information you need to be prepared for becoming a Nigerian Dwarf Goats owner. You will find information about Nigerian Dwarf Goat care, management, housing, feeding, health care, milking guide, breeding and how to take care of your Nigerian Dwarf Goat when pregnant. this guide will be of help to you; as it will present to you a step by step approach or a do-it-yourself method that will reveal to you how you can properly take care, and raise up your Nigerian dwarf goats the way you really want it to be and to the wonderful and excellent pet you have always wished for. GET YOUR COPY OF THIS BOOK TODAY |
| how to care for miniature goats: The Veterinary Guide to Goat Health and Welfare David Harwood, 2019 Goats are adaptable creatures in the wild but, if kept as pets, or commercially farmed, they rely very heavily on their owners not only for food, water and shelter, but also for protection from disease or injury. This second edition has been extensively updated to include more information on current issues such as antimicrobial and anthelmintic resistance, herd health planning, and new and emerging or changing conditions such as bovine TB. It is a clearly written, well-illustrated book and should be an invaluable, practical reference work aimed at all those who own, or care for, goats whether they be commercial goat farmers, smallholders, stock people, veterinary surgeons, and students. It is written by an experienced veterinary surgeon, and its overall objective is to provide some practical advice on managing goats daily including tips on how to keep them fit and healthy, how to recognize signs of ill health, and when a veterinary surgeon needs to be consulted. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goat As Pet Dr Frederick Wooten, 2021-07-17 Everything you need to know about Pygmy Goats as pets. This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate about Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats or Dwarf Goats. Facts and information. Raising, breeding, keeping, milking, food, care, health and where to buy all included. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Pygmy Goats. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.Thinking of becoming a goat owner? This all-encompassing beginners guide will be of great help in your efforts to raise healthy and happy goats! Whether you have your mind set on becoming more self-reliant, a homesteader, or want to raise goats just for the fun of it - you have to know where to start from. However, with more than 200 goat breeds, you probably don't even know what breed to choose. Are you questioning yourself: Can I have goats? How many goats should I get? Will raising goats take too much of my time? Which breed should I choose according to my needs? |
| how to care for miniature goats: Pygmy Goats As Pets. Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats Or Dwarf Goats Elliott Lang, 2013-05 Everything you need to know about Pygmy Goats as pets. This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate about Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats or Dwarf Goats. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Pygmy Goats. |
| how to care for miniature goats: MINIATURE GOAT HANDBOOK CHRISTOPHER. MACKY, J. PALLISER, MAJOERY. OKON, MORRIS. M. BELL, PAMELA I. EMMANUEL, RANDI. RIGBY, RAYMOND JACK. TYLER, SCOTT L. POLLEY, 2024 |
| how to care for miniature goats: Raising Nigerian Dwarf Goats Rose Merry, 2019-11-21 Are you a lover of the Nigerian dwarf goat? Or do you need these goats to put some fun in your farm or home? Are you in need of an amazing and reliable guide that will be of help to you while caring or training your Nigerian dwarf goats? Do you need a Nigerian Dwarf goat as a pet or companion to keep you busy rather than being in a lonely or boring situation? Do you want to learn how to milk your doe conveniently? If this is what you are looking for, then this guide will be of help to you; as it will present to you a step by step approach or a do-it-yourself method that will reveal to you how you can care, feed and raise your Nigerian dwarf goats the way you really want it to be built and as expected. Thus, making you be a pro in raising Nigerian dwarf goats, and also savingsome money in your pocket.Mostly, with the right training or nurturing, these Nigerian dwarf goats will be able to conveniently fit into your daily life and eventually become an integral part of your life. Thus, making you live a life that is filled with fun and lots of entertainment! In the long run, when these step by step guidelines in this fantastic guide are carefully implemented or carried out, you will find out that you have been able to train a beautiful, healthy, nice, loving Nigerian dwarf goat that you can even call pet names, and it will respond to these names. In this fantastic guide, you will learn: *What a Nigerian dwarf goat is*The attributes of these individual goats*The the kind of shelter or home they dwell in; plus the dimension of the accommodation*The cost of Nigerian dwarf goats*The benefits of having more than one Nigerian dwarf goats*The kind of food or diets they prefer, and how to feed them.*How to care for a pregnant doe, plus how you can successfully milk her*The nutritional values of goat milk compared to cow milk* And so much more.. |
| how to care for miniature goats: Miniature Goat Handbook Raymond Jack Tyler, 2024-11-07 Discover the delightful world of miniature goats with the Miniature Goat Handbook, a must-read for anyone interested in these charming, playful animals. This easy-to-follow guide covers everything you need to know about caring for and enjoying life with miniature goats, from choosing the perfect breed to keeping your goats healthy, entertained, and well-trained. In this handbook, you'll start with a look into the fascinating history and unique traits of miniature goats, including popular breeds like Nigerian Dwarf and Pygmy goats. As intelligent, social animals, miniature goats make wonderful companions for those prepared to meet their needs. This guide walks you through the basics of setting up a safe and comfortable home environment, including the best shelter and fencing options, tips on goat-proofing, and creating a space that encourages curiosity and exploration. Learn about feeding these lively animals with a balanced diet that keeps them healthy and happy. From everyday nutrition to tasty treats and essential supplements, you'll understand exactly what it takes to meet your miniature goat's dietary needs. Discover ways to monitor and maintain your goat's health, with easy tips on spotting signs of illness, basic first aid, and a rundown on vaccinations and preventive care. With this guide, you'll feel confident handling regular health checks and knowing when to call in a vet. Training and socializing miniature goats can be both rewarding and fun! Using gentle, positive methods, this handbook offers practical advice on training, from basic commands to potty training, and provides tips on fostering a strong bond with your goats. You'll also learn how to keep your goats mentally engaged through creative play and physical activities like DIY toys and simple obstacle courses that are safe and exciting. For those considering breeding, this guide covers the essentials of goat pregnancy and caring for newborn kids, from feeding to early socialization. And with an entire section dedicated to understanding and managing goat behavior, you'll learn the secrets behind their curious, sometimes mischievous nature, along with helpful advice on curbing common issues like boredom, chewing, and stubbornness. Full of fun facts and surprising insights into the capabilities and quirks of miniature goats, this handbook is a go-to resource for new and experienced goat owners alike. Whether you're welcoming your first goat or deepening your understanding of these lovable creatures, the Miniature Goat Handbook offers everything you need to raise happy, healthy goats. |
| how to care for miniature goats: How to Raise Goats Carol Amundson, 2009-04-15 Written by an authority on goat breeding and behaviour, this approachable guide covers every component of raising goats for fun and profit, meat and milk. |
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