Nigerian Dwarf Goat as a Pet
Nigerian Dwarf Goats make great pets, and produce healthy, butter-fat and protein rich goat milk as an extra. Even if you do not want to raise a goat for milk, these little goats make great companions, and are a good animal for teaching children how to take care of animals. Nigerian Dwarf Goats are a popular choice for 4-H animal projects. These goats are playful, but gentle, and don't take up too much space. Females are about 17-19 inches at the shoulder, and the males are about 19-21 inches.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat as a Dairy Goat
As a farm animal, Nigerian Dwarf Goats are easy to keep, and can make a nice addition to an existing farm. They are a good animal for beginning farmers. They get along well with other animals, and can be kept with larger goats or other livestock. The USDA says that while the manufacture of goats' milk cheese is a small industry, it is growing. They also say that goats' milk cheese is highly desired by consumers in the US. Nigerian Dwarf Goats produce a large amount of milk compared to how much food they require.
Feeding your Nigerian Dwarf Goat
The story that goats will eat anything is true, but that doesn't mean you should let your dwarf goat eat anything he wants. What the Nigerian Dwarf Goat can safely eat that other animals won't includes brambles, weeds, and poison ivy. Goats should be supplied with hay or pasture, in addition to goat feed. Goat feed supplies your goat with protein. If you choose to feed your Nigerian Dwarf Goat grain that is not specific to goats, check that it does not contain urea, which is toxic to goats.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat Housing
Nigerian Dwarf Goats should be housed in a well-ventilated shed, and in fencing that takes into account their small stature. They need bedding that is cleaned daily. The goat's bedding should always be clean and dry to keep the goat healthy. Be sure to carefully research fencing, and make sure you do not use materials that may be harmful to the goats.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat Health
Nigerian Dwarf Goats make great pets, and produce healthy, butter-fat and protein rich goat milk as an extra. Even if you do not want to raise a goat for milk, these little goats make great companions, and are a good animal for teaching children how to take care of animals. Nigerian Dwarf Goats are a popular choice for 4-H animal projects. These goats are playful, but gentle, and don't take up too much space. Females are about 17-19 inches at the shoulder, and the males are about 19-21 inches.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat as a Dairy Goat
As a farm animal, Nigerian Dwarf Goats are easy to keep, and can make a nice addition to an existing farm. They are a good animal for beginning farmers. They get along well with other animals, and can be kept with larger goats or other livestock. The USDA says that while the manufacture of goats' milk cheese is a small industry, it is growing. They also say that goats' milk cheese is highly desired by consumers in the US. Nigerian Dwarf Goats produce a large amount of milk compared to how much food they require.
Feeding your Nigerian Dwarf Goat
The story that goats will eat anything is true, but that doesn't mean you should let your dwarf goat eat anything he wants. What the Nigerian Dwarf Goat can safely eat that other animals won't includes brambles, weeds, and poison ivy. Goats should be supplied with hay or pasture, in addition to goat feed. Goat feed supplies your goat with protein. If you choose to feed your Nigerian Dwarf Goat grain that is not specific to goats, check that it does not contain urea, which is toxic to goats.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat Housing
Nigerian Dwarf Goats should be housed in a well-ventilated shed, and in fencing that takes into account their small stature. They need bedding that is cleaned daily. The goat's bedding should always be clean and dry to keep the goat healthy. Be sure to carefully research fencing, and make sure you do not use materials that may be harmful to the goats.
Nigerian Dwarf Goat Health
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Pam Singer
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06/22/2008
We are considering nigerian dwarf goats. Wondering if we should get two to keep each other company? We'd like two females. Any opinions?
Janet Efird
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05/06/2008
We love our goats, they are so sweet, nothing like a new born baby goat.
We have Nigerian Dwarf babies, and Great Pyrenees Dogs.
R & R's Goats
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04/23/2008
does anyone have any info on ear-tags ? are they required for all goats ? before sale or for show ?
Where can I buy Nigerian Dwarf Goats?
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04/13/2008
I am looking to get a couple of wethers or does for my farm. Anybody know any reputable breeders? Thanks, Connie
I have a very small herd of nigerian dwarfs and they are the sweetest little animals imaginable, they are wonderful pets.
But they're so small and cute. I promise!
sounds interesting but farm animals frighten me. lol
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