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EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 13 MIN

90 | 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Goats (Hint: They Are NOT Sheep)

from Goat Wise | Meat Goats, Feeding Goats, Goat Fencing, Livestock Management · host Millie Bradshaw - Animal Scientist, Rancher, Homesteader

Before you get goats, or if you already have them and things feel harder than you expected, this episode is for you.  Today I’m sharing five things I really wish I had understood before I got goats. These are lessons that would have saved me time, money, frustration, and a few hard-earned mistakes.  Let’s talk about what goats are actually like, not the myths, and how to set yourself up for success from the start.   Mentions: 17 | Do My Goats Need Mineral?  How to Meet Their Micronutrient Needs and Keep the Herd Healthy 10 | 5 Tips to Raise Bottle Goat Kids That Thrive   Related Episodes: 03 | Ready for Goats! 4 Steps to Help You Confidently Shop for and Purchase Your First Goats 07 | Should My Goats Have Horns or Not? Pros and Cons of Disbudding Goats 02 | Overwhelmed? 4 Steps to Create a Practical Plan for adding Livestock to Your Homestead Successfully   Leave a review on Apple Podcasts + grab your free Kidding Due Date Chart: https://www.goatwise.com/kidding-chart   Join the insider email list: https://www.goatwise.com/join Email: [email protected] Instagram: @drycreekpastures More from the ranch: https://www.drycreekpastures.com   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for veterinary advice.

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