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One of the most common questions I hear during kidding season is:
“How much grain does a doe need when she’s nursing her kids?”
The quick answer is, “1 pound of 16% goat feed for every 3 pounds of milk she’s producing,” and the follow-up is always:
“But how do I know how much milk she’s making?”
The...
Episode 171For the Love of Goats
In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Pat Gorden of Iowa State University and Dr. Michelle Buckley of Cornell University to break down one of the most confusing topics for goat owners: medications and antibiotics.
You’ll gain a clearer understanding of how drug use works in goats, including what extra-label drug us...
Episode 170For the Love of Goats
When people think about animal rescue, they often picture a few animals and a lot of good intentions. In this episode, host Deborah Niemann talks with Deborah Blum, founder of Goatlandia Farm Animal Sanctuary in Sebastopol, California, about what it really takes to run a nonprofit farm...
Before we dig into the goat tools and homesteading supplies recommended by our community, here’s a little context — and a fun behind-the-scenes look at how this guide came together.
I thought it would be fun to create a curated list of favorite goat items from our Goats 365 members — anything from a screaming goat toy to a pair of hoof trimmers or a milk bucket....
Episode 169For the Love of Goats
Proper nutrition during pregnancy is essential for keeping both does and kids healthy — but more isn’t always better! In this short, science-based episode, Deborah Niemann explains how to balance feed, minerals, and body condition dur...