Mini Goats

Author : Sue Weaver
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-02-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781620082119

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Mini Goats by Sue Weaver Pdf

You don't have to find a farm to find a goat these days. Goats have become popular on hobby farms and even in suburban backyards for fleece, for milk, and just as pets. Goats are known for their easy-keeping qualities and delightful personalities, and what's easier to keep than a goat? A miniature goat! Including Pygmy Goats, Nigerian Dwarfs, Mini-Myotonics, Miniature Silky Fainting Goats, Miniature Dairy Goats, Pygoras, and Nigoras, mini goats have all of the traits that fanciers love about full-sized goat breeds in a compact size. City dwellers can even enjoy the companionship of a miniature goat;or two! In The Mini Goat Guide, experienced goat keeper and author Sue Weaver brings readers the most comprehensive and current information about selecting and caring for miniature goats.Inside The Mini-Goat Guide:The miniature goat breeds and their myriad sizes, shapes, coat types, and colors Preparing for mini goat ownership and selecting the right goats for you The miniature goat's behavior, temperament, social nature, and body languageHow to feed, house, exercise, groom, and provide proper health care for your mini goats Breeding goats and raising kidsSpecial considerations for owning dairy goats

Author : Edward Dunbarn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1788650735

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Pygmy Goats. Pygmy Goats As Pets by Edward Dunbarn Pdf

Pygmy Goats are becoming popular amongst those who want a more exotic pet yet don't have the space for larger animals. Not only are these creatures cute, friendly and incredibly playful but they are also intelligent and with a bit of time and patience, can easily be trained. Aimed at the novice owner who is thinking about buying their first goat, this book contains everything you need to know about caring for Pygmy Goats from where to buy and how to select a healthy animal to how to feed, house and care for your new pet. There is a lot of conflicting information out there which can be confusing; what should you believe and what should you ignore? This is an all in one, go to guide, which covers all the main topics and answers any questions you may have. Unlike other books that often focus on goat care as a whole this book is targeted specifically at the Pygmy Goat. By the time you reach the end you should be able to provide your new pet with a stress free, happy home. Covered in this book.... - Common Illnesses - Do Pygmy Goats Make Good Pets? - Entering Your Pet Into Goat Shows - Fencing and Housing Considerations - General Information on Pygmy Goats - How to Breed - How to Spot A Healthy Goat - How to Train Your Pygmy Goat - Laws to Consider Before Purchasing - One Goat or Two? - Questions To Ask A Breeder - What to Feed - Where to Buy .... and much more.

Author : Alix Wood
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781499481655

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Pygmy Goats by Alix Wood Pdf

Pygmy goats are becoming popular pets. What should you know before bringing one of these cute creatures home? Readers will find out as they discover basic facts about pygmy goats, including what animals they get along with and how to care for them. Learning about these adorable animals also introduces readers to science curriculum topics such as animal habitats. A helpful quiz is included to allow readers to test themselves on the fun facts they learned. Engaging main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and colorful photographs help make this an entertaining and educational reading experience for animal lovers.

Author : Andrew McDeere
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798664667585

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Raising Nigerian Dwarf Goats by Andrew McDeere Pdf

If You Want to Raise Better, Low-Maintenance Goats that Provide Good Meat & Tons of Milk, then Keep Reading! Are you looking for new ways to earn a profit for your farm? Do you want to increase your farm's milk and meat production with little-to-no hassle? Or, are you looking for an adorable, friendly, and docile pet for your kids? You came to the right place! The meat and dairy industries are inundated with plenty of the same food options. But with the variety of normal choices ranging in the hundreds, it's time to find a new source. Instead of focusing your attention on regular cows, why not look into Nigerian Dwarf Goats? These adorable dairy goats originated in West Africa and stand a measly two feet high. Their calm, predictable, kind, gentle, and playful personalities make them great pets. However, their true value lies in their meat and milk. Nigerian Dwarf Goats produce lots of high-quality, butterfat-rich milk, excellent for goat cheese, creams, and other milk products. They're great at clearing weeds and underbrush, improving grass for grazing animals in the process. These goats also typically produce three to five kids per kidding, which makes meat easy to come by. And the best part? They're small and easy to manage! So, if you're looking to make a profit off them, you're guaranteed to get high return-on-investment. But how do you get started? EASY -- Add "Raising Nigerian Dwarf Goats" by livestock expert Andrew McDeere to your toolkit! In this book, you get a comprehensive guide to raising, breeding, and taking care of Nigerian Dwarf Goats! Over the course of this guide, you will: Unlock the key to raising healthy, happy, and thriving Nigerian Dwarf Goats Learn how to properly feed them so they grow strong and reproduce faster and safer Give your Nigerian Dwarf Goats the best care as house pets using important tips Get evidence-based answers to all your burning Nigerian Dwarf Goat-related questions And so much more! You may be hesitant to raise Nigerian Dwarf Goats because not a lot of people know about them. But this is also exactly why you should! When you raise Nigerian Dwarf Goats, you position yourself as the go-to breeder. Hence, creating more profit! And when you have "Raising Nigerian Dwarf Goats" as guide, you are guaranteed to have the best litter in town! Scroll up, Click on "Buy Now with 1-Click", and Start Raising Healthy Nigerian Dwarf Goats Today!

Author : Karen Kenney
Publisher : Carson-Dellosa Publishing
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781683422433

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Pygmy Goat by Karen Kenney Pdf

Pygmy goats are fun, friendly, and cute. They can even do some tricks. Learn about these curious and playful creatures and see if a pygmy goat is the right pet for you! This title will allow students to determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text.

Author : Peter Patterdale
Publisher : Imb Publishing
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1910941964

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Nigerian Dwarf Goat. Keeping Nigerian Dwarf Goats as Pets. Nigerian Dwarf Goat Book for Daily Care, Pros and Cons, Raising, Training, Feeding, Housing and Health. by Peter Patterdale Pdf

Considering owning Nigerian Dwarf goats? Perhaps you have already bought a few goats. It is important to know what you are getting into! There is no question they are adorable and amazing! Yet they can also be plenty of work. Knowing the pros and cons, the work involved, and all the benefits can help you to make up your mind. I grew up with animals around the house and these delightful goats always had a special place in my heart. That's the reason why I decide to write a book about these cuties. Some of the Nigerian Goat owners I spoke to are content and others wish they had never gotten involved. Some of them feel overwhelmed and others simply lack the right information. I want to share the benefits of goat ownership. At the same time, I want goat owners to have a clear picture of what they are about to embark on. If you own Nigerian Dwarf goats, their daily care is in your hands so it isn't a decision to make lightly. I believe when you have read this book, you will know if it is right for you to have these gorgeous animals as pets. You will know how to keep your goats happy and how to become a happy goat owner. Covered in this Book: Basics of breeding Behaviors and characteristics Brief history of the goats Challenges Coloring Common mistakes to avoid Daily care Difference between Nigerian Dwarf and Pygmy Goats Exercise Feeding and watering Finding a vet Grooming Health risks Height and weight Hoof trimming Horn removal Insurance Interacting with your goats Lifecycle Milking your goats Paperwork Preventative care Pros and cons of ownership Registration Resources Sanitary processing of your milk Seasonal care Selling your goats Shelter Signs of healthy goats Supplies to have on hand Tips for buying goats Training your goats Understanding show requirements and disqualifications Understanding the laws where you reside for goat ownership Understanding the Nigerian Dwarf Goat Zoning ......and more."

Author : Alix Wood
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781499481693

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Pygmy Goats by Alix Wood Pdf

Pygmy goats are becoming popular pets. What should you know before bringing one of these cute creatures home? Readers will find out as they discover basic facts about pygmy goats, including what animals they get along with and how to care for them. Learning about these adorable animals also introduces readers to science curriculum topics such as animal habitats. A helpful quiz is included to allow readers to test themselves on the fun facts they learned. Engaging main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and colorful photographs help make this an entertaining and educational reading experience for animal lovers.

Author : Running Press
Publisher : RP Minis
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-05
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0762459816

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The Screaming Goat by Running Press Pdf

Become the owner of your very own screaming goat. If you are a goat-loving fiend or you simply can't get enough of the screaming goat videos then you absolutely need to own a mini screaming goat. Your new goat companion sits on a tree stump and when you give him a gentle press he screams! The kit also includes a 32-page illustrated pocket guide of fun facts and trivia about everyone's favorite farm animal.

Author : Buffy Silverman
Publisher : Lerner Classroom
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781541511897

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Pygmy Goats by Buffy Silverman Pdf

"Learn all about pygmy goats, from their life cycle to their care to what they do for fun."--

Author : Lorrie Boldrick,Lydia Hale
Publisher : All Publishing
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0962453137

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Pygmy Goats by Lorrie Boldrick,Lydia Hale Pdf

Author : Jill Winger
Publisher : Flatiron Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-02
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781250305947

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The Prairie Homestead Cookbook by Jill Winger Pdf

Jill Winger, creator of the award-winning blog The Prairie Homestead, introduces her debut The Prairie Homestead Cookbook, including 100+ delicious, wholesome recipes made with fresh ingredients to bring the flavors and spirit of homestead cooking to any kitchen table. With a foreword by bestselling author Joel Salatin The Pioneer Woman Cooks meets 100 Days of Real Food, on the Wyoming prairie. While Jill produces much of her own food on her Wyoming ranch, you don’t have to grow all—or even any—of your own food to cook and eat like a homesteader. Jill teaches people how to make delicious traditional American comfort food recipes with whole ingredients and shows that you don’t have to use obscure items to enjoy this lifestyle. And as a busy mother of three, Jill knows how to make recipes easy and delicious for all ages. "Jill takes you on an insightful and delicious journey of becoming a homesteader. This book is packed with so much easy to follow, practical, hands-on information about steps you can take towards integrating homesteading into your life. It is packed full of exciting and mouth-watering recipes and heartwarming stories of her unique adventure into homesteading. These recipes are ones I know I will be using regularly in my kitchen." - Eve Kilcher These 109 recipes include her family’s favorites, with maple-glazed pork chops, butternut Alfredo pasta, and browned butter skillet corn. Jill also shares 17 bonus recipes for homemade sauces, salt rubs, sour cream, and the like—staples that many people are surprised to learn you can make yourself. Beyond these recipes, The Prairie Homestead Cookbook shares the tools and tips Jill has learned from life on the homestead, like how to churn your own butter, feed a family on a budget, and experience all the fulfilling satisfaction of a DIY lifestyle.

Author : Garland-Stewart Publishing
Publisher : Patricia Stewart
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2006-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780978994402

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Personal Milkers by Garland-Stewart Publishing Pdf

Nigerian dwarf goats are rising in popularity as private milk suppliers, pets and livestock. The author uses her twenty-five plus years as an agricultural educator and more than ten years as a goat breeder to de-mystify these little creatures. Based upon years of beginner's questions and the answers she's provided, Personal Milkers contains great resources for materials and further information on the breed.

Author : Elliott Lang
Publisher : Imb Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05
Category : Pygmy goats as pets
ISBN : 1909151505

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Pygmy Goats As Pets. Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats Or Dwarf Goats by Elliott Lang Pdf

Everything you need to know about Pygmy Goats as pets. This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate about Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats or Dwarf Goats. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Pygmy Goats.

Author : Cheryl K. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010-01-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470633809

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Raising Goats For Dummies by Cheryl K. Smith Pdf

Learn to raise goats and start reaping the benefits of owning these fun and useful animals Raising goats is a major part of human life (and survival) around the world. The movement has increased in popularity in recent years as consumers embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, reject commercialism, move to organic food options, and raise concerns about industrial agriculture practices. Raising Goats For Dummies provides you with an introduction to all aspects of owning, caring for, and the day-to-day benefits of raising goats. Breaks down the complicated process of choosing and purchasing the right goat breed to meet your needs and getting facilities for your goat set up. Provides in-depth information on proper grooming, handling, feeding, and milking Covers the basics of goat health and nutrition Offers tips and advice for using your goat to produce milk, meat, fiber, and more You'll quickly understand what makes these useful and delightful creatures so popular and gain the knowledge and skills to properly care for and utilize their many offerings with help from Raising Goats For Dummies.

Author : Sue Weaver
Publisher : Ivy Press
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781782409489

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The Goat by Sue Weaver Pdf

The Goat: A Natural History offers a complete overview of this captivating creature, from the goatish Greek god Pan, to their cognitive capacity and typical milk yields. It is no secret that goats are highly intelligent. They are also curious, gentle, independent, very social, and full of character. They hate to get wet and will avoid puddles. Among the first domesticated animals, goats are a common character in western mythology. In ancient Greece, Crete, and Egypt, goats even received divine honours. Goats are increasingly appreciated for their high adaptability to a wide variety of environmental conditions, and will thrive in the warmer, dryer world of the future. This book reveals everything you need to know about the natural history of a fascinating animal.