Nigerian Dwarf Goats
Nigerian Dwarf goats are miniature dairy goats , standing less than two feet tall! Their gentle and playful personality makes them popular, as cute pets for anyone!
They share pastures, peacefully, with cattle, horses, llamas and donkeys. They improve condition of pastures by eating weeds, brambles and ivy that other livestock will not eat.
They're from western African origin.
CHARACTERISTICS:
The nose is straight and the ears upright. Their coat is soft with short to medium hair. They stand less than two feet tall. Ideal weight is about 75 pounds.
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PERSONALITY:
They're calm, even tempered, gentle and playful.
They're, easily, trainable and can even walk on a leash!
They're lovable companions or pets for everyone, especially children,
the disabled and elderly. Nigerians enjoy the companionship of other
goats and people too! They don't like to be alone, as other goat breeds.
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BREEDING:
Does can be bred from 7-8 months old, if at a mature size. Bucklings can be fertile as early as 7 weeks old! Wean does and bucks separately to avoid breeding, unintentionally.
Nigerians can breed all year round. Most owners
breed does about 3 times in 2 years time. It's the breeders personal
choice. Nigerians can have several kids at one time, with triplets and
quads being common. They're excellent mothers and take care of their
kids, if you allow them. New baby goats average about 2 pounds at
birth, but grow rapidly.
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MILK PRODUCTION
Nigerians can
produce up to 2 quarts of milk per day. Their milk has a sweet taste
due to a high butterfat content. Their milk is higher in protein than
from most dairy goat breeds. Their milk is a delicious drink or tasty
in goat cheese! This goat cheese, (shown above), has a dried cherry on top!
FUN SOCIAL EVENT
Attend the, country jam, "Goats Music and More" festival in Lewisburg, Tennessee, annually, in October. Enter your Nigerians in contests to win great prizes! People from around the world attend this festival. Find fun activities for kids, (the 2-legged kind), and adults!
Goats Music and More Country Jam FestivalRAISING GOATS
Never confine goats in
small cramped areas. They need to roam around on small acreage or
pastures. Set boundaries with some type of fencing for these miniature
goats. Supply toys, tree stumps, or rocks for entertainment. Make sure pens or housing is kept clean with plenty of air ventilation.
Keep food and water accessible. Find goat care tips!
Children love playing with Nigerian Dwarf baby goats!
These Nigerian Dwarf baby goats are such cute pets!
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