Table of contents for goat care

          I have put this blog together as a starter manual to help those getting into dairy goats.   I know the learning curve can be steep and it seams like a lot when you're first getting started - dairy goat keeping is not for everybody and should not be taken lightly - start reading and researching your animals before you buy if at all possible.
         The posts here are based on my own experience in goats (raising dairy goats since May 2004), and on the experience of others of whom I know and respect in the goat world - many whom have been raising goats longer then me.  These posts reflect how 'I' raise goats or are other ways 'I' recommend.  This is by no means the only way to do it - there are other people out there successfully raising goats in other ways.
         The focus of my herd is mainly dairy - it's all about udder and milk - with the show quality goat being second in mind.  I raise mainly Nubian and Kinder breeds.  If you have a different focus for your herd a different management program may be better for you.  On this blog I also talk about suggested meds and dosages - I am not a vet - if you are uncertain of administering drugs to your animals consult your veterinarian.


Still under construction as I continue to add more info and get this built up.  If you ever have any questions concerning goats at any time, or just want to 'talk goats' - please feel free to e-mail me at -  KootiezKids@gmail.com

Starting in 2013 - I have sold off my kinders and added Alpines to the herd.

Happy goat keeping !
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Getting started - some basics

What to expect from your goats
Lets talk ears
Goat Speak - Learning the terms
Bringing home your new goats
How to tell if your goat is fat?

Breeding goats and raising kids - Yes - if you want to milk goats you will need to have your does bred and kid out to start producing milk.

Breeding season - Getting started

Pregnancy - Doe Care - Part 1
Pregnancy - Doe Care - Part 2

Kidding time ! What to have on hand and getting through it.
Bottle Feeding 101
Colostrum

Medicine cabinet -


Aiding Immunity
Tetanus - my view

How to's - things you may need to know -

Drawing blood

Administering Medications

Myths and Misconceptions -
Dairy goats are often times one of the most misunderstood creatures, and sadly understudied.  Here are some that may cause you trouble down the line - or just something fun to know.

 Part 1 - Multiple Births

FAQ from both the goat owner and the causal observer

Milking time

Links and Helpful websites -

http://www.goatworld.com     -   A great source for goat illnesses and treatments

http://www.dairygoatinfo.com  -  Talk to the experts - a message board to post your questions on and just read about goats

http://www.adga.org  -  American Dairy Goat Association  - Goat registry