Techniques And Practices Necessary For Responsible Goat Care
A primer on what an animal sanctuary needs training and protocols in place for when it comes to the compassionate care of goats.
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Introductory information for compassionate goat care
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Common Goat Breeds
A short primer on different kinds of goats and what that may mean for their care. -
New Kid On The Block: The New Goat Arrival Guide
Everything you need to know about bringing a new goat into your life! -
Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Goats
What do goats need to eat (and need to avoid eating) to be happy and healthy? -
Building A Good Home For Goats
Indoor and outdoor habitat recommendations for goats -
How To Safely Be Around A Goat
A short guide on how to be safe around goats and how to recognize the signs that they want to be left alone. -
How Goats Get Along With Other Species
A short guide to how goats get along with other species at a farmed animal sanctuary! -
How to Conduct A Goat Health Examination
Everything you wanted to know (and some stuff you probably didn't) about goat health checkups! -
Common Goat Health Issues
An introductory guide to common goat health issues and diseases -
Special Care Recommendations For Older Goats
A few tips to keep older goats happy and thriving at your animal sanctuary! -
Small Ruminant Lentiviruses: CAE and OPP in Goats And Sheep
A short article on SRLV diseases including CAE in goats and OPP in sheep. -
What An Animal Sanctuary Can Do With A Resident’s Wool
How should you handle all of a resident's wool or fiber after shearing? -
How To Trim A Goat’s Hooves
A short guide on how to trim a goat's hooves and common goat hoof care concerns! -
FAMACHA Scoring: A Valuable Tool In Small Ruminant Healthcare
The FAMACHA test is an easy way to monitor goats, sheep, and llamas for anemia!