I'm reposting this guide to choosing goat herdsires because it’s that time of year when many goat owners are choosing which bucks to use for breeding, and I see many bucks for sale or for rent.  But, it’s very important not to use just any buck; and to select bucks that will improve your herd and the breed in general. By choosing a buck that will improve your own herd, you can increase the milk production and dairy conformation qualities of the kids, thereby increasing their value. This way ... continue reading...

Choosing Nigerian Dwarf goats can be intimidating, even if you’ve carefully researched them. That’s because it usually takes time to develop an eye for what makes a “good” goat. It’s smart to learn about goat anatomy (see this LINK), but even knowing that, it’s hard to recognize how all those parts should best be put together and what types of defects to avoid. However, there are ways to develop your ability to spot a good goat, identify quality sources for them, and bring home those that will ... continue reading...