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EPISODE · May 2, 2020 · 23 MIN

Thinking of getting goats?

from For the Love of Goats · host Deborah Niemann

If you are thinking of getting goats, this is the episode for you. I'm busting myths and telling you about things you need to think about before buying your first goats. And yes, that's goats with an s at the end. Goats are herd animals, which means they need at least one other goat friend. You can't have just one, and I explain why.This is also a good episode for breeders to share with potential buyers!I talk about the need for goats to give birth before making milk, as well as the need for them to give birth again to continue making milk. I explain why you can't just tie a goat out in the yard and why you need good fencing and housing to keep your goats safe and healthy. And if you were thinking about keeping a goat in your house, I'll share some stories from my youngest daughter's teen years when she thought she needed to have at least one baby goat in the house every spring. If you live in an urban area, you'll definitely need to hear about the unique challenges faced by people who keep goats in a city. Full show notes here --- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/thinking-of-getting-goats/ To see the most recent episodes, visit FortheLoveofGoats.com For more information check out the following episodes that I talk about during the show:Forage and Feeding GoatsElectric FencingHousing and EquipmentWant to support the content you love?Head over to -- https://thrifty-homesteader.ck.page/products/love-goats-tip-jarStandlee Premium Western ForageWe've been using and loving hay pellets from Standlee Premium Western Forage for more than 10 years!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Thanks for tuning in!If you’d like to support the content you love and help us keep bringing you new goat resources, you can do that through our Tip Jar.No one ever said raising goats was easy, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune or drive you crazy! You just need the right information.🔹 Check out Goats 365 membership🔹 Or explore The Goat Academy🔹Looking for Deborah's books?  They can be purchased wherever books are sold, or you can get an autographed copy on our online store.Happy goat-keeping! 🐐 

If you are thinking of getting goats, this is the episode for you. I'm busting myths and telling you about things you need to think about before buying your first goats. And yes, that's goats with an s at the end. Goats are herd animals, which means they need at least one other goat friend. You can't have just one, and I explain why. This is also a good episode for breeders to share with potential buyers! I talk about the need for goats to give birth before making milk, as well as the need ...

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