| Every animal has basic needs, and it is the job of a responsible owner to provide for those needs. A goats basic needs are clean water, food, shelter, companionship and care. Goats especially need to be protected from dogs - the exception being if you have a proven Livestock Guardian Dog. Our goats eat alfalfa hay, alfalfa/bermuda blend pellets, goat grain, minerals, kelp and occasionally banana peels and shortbread cookies. They do not eat garbage, but often explore their environment with their sensitive lips and tongues, much like a human baby. They are in fact very picky about what they eat. Goats NEED other goats to be happy. They will form bonds with their herd mates and will raise a ruckus if they are separated. Does and wethers (castrated males) do not smell bad. Bucks however can smell quite a bit - especially during breeding season. All goats will rub along fences, scratching their backs and sides. Fencing needs to be strong enough to stand up to this regular abuse - also shelters needs to be placed away from fences, as goats can jump very well and once they are on the roof, the fence is easy to jump over. |
| Our goats have simple triangle shelters with a bridge to play on or rest underneath |
| Goats also need routine care such a hoof trimming, worming, grooming, and occasionally medical care. A good goat vet is hard to find, many times *you* or a trusted goat mentor will be your goats' veterinarian. In return your goat will provide you with affection, lots of laughs, maybe some delicious milk and hopefully years of joy. |