The fainting goat breed is known by several different names. It has common names like myotonic goat, wooden-leg, stiff-leg and limber-legged goat. A myotonic goat usually is a medium size goat which has a muscle condition called myotonia. This condition causes their muscles to “lock up” or stiffen when startled…. [Read More]
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4 Major Types of Goat – Their Characteristics and Breeding Purpose
Not all goats are the same. There are different breeds and types, and they are bred for different purposes. Some are bred specifically for meat while others are used mainly for milk production. Others are used mainly as show goats or to enter into fairs and contests. The Pygmy goat,… [Read More]
How to Start Goat Farming Business – The Basics [Ebook Included]
Many people want to know how to start a goat farming business. However, before going into the details of starting a profitable goat farm, it is important to discuss about goats. Goats are ruminant animals that can naturally adapt to various climates or environment. Additionally, they are raised for various… [Read More]
Sample Feed Formulae for Goats and Sheep
In case you need feed formulae to produce feeds for your goats and sheep, use the following formulae: Also Read: 4 Vital Reasons for Housing Goats and Sheep Also Read: The Local and Exotic Breeds of Sheep Also Read: Vaccination Programme / Schedule for Goat, Sheep, and Cattle How to prepare a Mineral… [Read More]
4 Important Tips on Raising Pygmy Goats
One thing I love about pygmy goats as pets is that they are adorable. Based on that raising or breeding them is enjoyable and pleasurable. As said in the previous post about pygmy goats, they are from West Africa—precisely from Cameroon. While they are raised in Africa for goat meat… [Read More]
