Download or read book Pygmy Goats Miniature Goats and Pygmy Goats As Pets a Guide to Keeping Pygmy Goats written by George Hoddington and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When most people hear the word "pet" they picture a cuddly kitten or a fluffy dog - maybe even a hamster or a bird. Most people do not associate the image of a horned and bearded goat with the word "pet." Pygmy goats are, however, becoming very popular as pets and for good reason. These animals are very friendly and can be incredibly entertaining. If you have ever wanted a pet but don't want to go for something "traditional" like a cat or dog, a pygmy goat might be the right choice for you. While these animals may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the word "pet," they actually make great companion animals. Pygmy goats are incredibly intelligent and affectionate by nature, which makes them a joy to keep. Additionally, the cost and care required for keeping these pets is significantly lower than keeping other kinds of livestock. If you are looking for an entertaining and unique pet, consider the pygmy goat. In this book you will learn the basics about pygmy goats including their origins as pets, what they look like and how to care for them. You will receive all the information you need to prepare your pygmy goat enclosure and to stock up on necessary supplies to keep your goats healthy. You will also find a number of valuable tools and resources regarding feeding, breeding and general care of pygmy goats as well as important information regarding preventing and treating pygmy goat diseases. As an added bonus, you will also receive a wealth of information about showing pygmy goats in addition to a long list of frequently asked questions. Everything you have ever wondered about pygmy goats can be found within the pages of this book! If you've ever considered keeping pygmy goats as pets, this book is just the thing you need to get started. Covered in this book: - Best breeds - Bonding - Choosing your goat - Costs - Feeding - Health care - History - History - Housing - Milking - Owner's checklist - Raising goats - .....and much more

Download or read book Pygmy Goat As Pet written by Dr Frederick Wooten and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-17 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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. Facts and information. Raising, breeding, keeping, milking, food, care, health and where to buy all included. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Pygmy Goats. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.Thinking of becoming a goat owner? This all-encompassing beginners guide will be of great help in your efforts to raise healthy and happy goats! Whether you have your mind set on becoming more self-reliant, a homesteader, or want to raise goats just for the fun of it - you have to know where to start from. However, with more than 200 goat breeds, you probably don't even know what breed to choose. Are you questioning yourself: Can I have goats? How many goats should I get? Will raising goats take too much of my time? Which breed should I choose according to my needs?

Download or read book Pygmy Goats written by Lorrie Boldrick and published by All Publishing. This book was released on 1996 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pygmy Goats for Novices written by Phoebe Feron and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-09 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African Pygmy goats are small in size, averaging 15 to 20 inches tall (38.1 to 50.8 centimeters) at the shoulder. Females weigh about 23 to 34 kilograms, (35 to 50 pounds) and males about 27 to 39 kg (40 to 60 pounds). Their color can range from light/white caramel, medium caramel, dark caramel, dark red caramel, silver or light grey agouti, medium grey agouti, dark grey agouti, black with frosted points, solid black and brown agouti. They provide small amounts of high quality milk but are considered a meat goat. The pygmy is small, cobby and compact and is not fine-boned like the dairy breeds or Nigerian Dwarfs Pygmies are bred to be "cobby" and heavy boned.Breed characteristics of the Pygmy include a full coat of straight, medium-long hair which varies in density with seasons and climates. On females, beards may be nonexistent, sparse or trimmed. On adult males, abundant hair growth is desirable; the beard should be full, long and flowing, the copious mane draping cape-like across the shoulders.This beginners guide provides vital information on the origin, physical attributes, how to buy, temperament, health problems, feeding, and socialization of this wonderful petsGet your copy today by scrolling up and clicking Buy Now to get your copy today

Download or read book Pygmy Goats As Pets Pygmy Goats Mini Goats Or Dwarf Goats written by Elliott Lang and published by Imb Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Mini Goats written by Sue Weaver and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Download or read book Pygmy Goats As Pets written by Smith Brown and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-08 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pygmy goats are the most adorable goat breed. They are miniature goats that provide the best source of entertainment to goat owners across the globe. Pygmy goats were introduced to the world from central Africa. These goats were the result of a type of dwarfism. However, because of their hardiness and because of their calm and friendly nature, they were taken into individual homes. Another important trait of the pygmy goat is their size. This makes them the perfect urban backyard pet. They are not as demanding for space or food as other dairy goats but provide milk that is of better quality. Therefore, these goats are great pets to have. It is important to understand when you are bringing home a pet goat that this animal needs special care and attention. They are seldom found in the urban set up. They are usually raised in large numbers on farms and also in designated commercial set ups where there is ample professional help available to take care of these animals. If you are planning to bring a goat home, on the other hand, you must invest a lot more time doing your homework and research about this animal in the first place. You must be sure that you can take on this responsibility before you make a commitment. This book covers all the subjects including how choosing your goats, how to take care of the goat, how to feed them and even how to ensure that they are always healthy. This book is perfect for a first time owner. Covered in this book: - History - What you need to know and much more.

Download or read book Pygmy Goats Pygmy Goats As Pets written by Edward Dunbarn and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Pygmy Goats As Pet written by Daniel Mosley and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-04-26 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: here is it! Comprehensive Owner's Manual On How To Raise Pygmy Goats, Care, Training And Lots More This wonderful book by Daniel Mosley is 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. Facts and information. Raising, breeding, keeping, milking, food, care, health and where to buy all included.Domestic goats have always been a crucial cattle of human beings. They are tamed, fed, and milked before being finally sold as meat. One such variety of goats, native to West African countries like Nigeria, are Pygmy Goats. They are known to be smart and pet-able. These Pygmy Goats are quickly changing the perception of Goats as pet. Their destiny as meat is defied by these cute Pygmy Goats who are unique and adorable as pets. The trend, however, is restricted to only few parts of the globe. It wouldn't be long till the world realize the true potential of considering these Pygmies as pets. Their milk is nutritional and can also be used to extract Goat Cheese. Pygmies are popular for their height which remains constant throughout their lives. One of the main reasons for their increased demand as pets is their smart and friendly nature along with their small size. They enjoy the company of other pygmies. That brings us to one of the basic rules of raising pets, Keep them happy. The company of other animals like horses, cows, pigs etc can also bring out a positive change in their response. Goats can be a perfect member of farm family.

Download or read book Raising Goats For Dummies written by Cheryl K. Smith and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-01-28 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Complete Pygmy Goats Training Guide written by Dr Waylon Wesley and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-08-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pygmy goats are a domestic variety of goat that are said to have originated in the Cameroon region of West African. They belong to the class Mammalia. It is possible to find forms very similar to these all over northern and southwestern Africa. The scientific name for these animals is Capra aegagrus hircus, which derives from the Latin terms for she-goat (capra) and he-goat (hircus) (hircus). Pygmy goats, who are known for their small size and outgoing personality, are now commonly maintained as pets in many different locations. Pygmy goats are also referred to as dwarf goats due to the fact that they only reach a maximum height of 20 inches during their lifetime. The ladies can weigh anywhere from 35 to 50 pounds, while the males can weigh anything from 40 to 60 pounds. They come in a wide variety of hues, including white/caramel, dark red, silver/black with frosted spots, solid black, and brown. The choice of colors is rather extensive. Characteristics of the breed that are viewed favorably include the absence of beards in females and the presence of a broad, long mane that spans the shoulders in males. Although they are primarily used for meat, these goats do have the ability to produce a very tiny amount of milk. They have pupils that are rectangular in shape and a stomach that is divided into four chambers. Their hooves have two toes each. They are nimble climbers thanks to their hooves, which have two toes each, and their pupils, which are rectangular, allow them to view 280 degrees in all directions surrounding their body. Because of this, they are able to search the surroundings for potential dangers. In addition to this, goats have a four-chambered stomach that is populated by bacteria that are responsible for breaking down the cellulose found in the vegetation that goats consume. Their first stomach has an incredible capacity of 10 quarts, which enables them to consume massive quantities of food in a short period of time.

Download or read book Pigmy Goat Care written by Noah Leo and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-09-10 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pygmy goats are descendants of West African Dwarf goats. They were added to America in the Nineteen Thirties and 1960s and people began breeding them as associate animals. Through this breeding of West African goats, the American Pygmy and Nigerian Dwarf have been born. American Pygmies are stocky, sturdy goats in miniature, at the same time as Nigerian Dwarf goats are larger than miniature dairy goats. In some areas, American Pygmies and Nigerian Dwarfs are considered to be identical breeds of goat, falling under the umbrella of Pygmy goats.

Download or read book Pygmy Goats written by Reece Palmer and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miniature goats have become increasingly popular, finding a place in the homes and hearts of a growing number of individuals. These charming creatures serve as wonderful family pets, offering both entertainment and companionship. Among the various breeds of miniature goats, the Pygmy goat stands out as one of the most prevalent. Originating from West Africa, this breed is genetically dwarfed. Initially employed in zoos and animal research following domestication, Pygmy goats quickly captured the affection of people, leading private breeders to introduce them as companion animals. Beyond their heart-melting appearances, Pygmy goats have more to offer. Families often showcase these goats, engage in breeding programs, or utilize them for dairy or meat purposes. If you are contemplating adding Pygmy goats to your homestead, this guide to the world of Pygmy goats will provide valuable insights to help you make an informed decision

Download or read book Nigerian Dwarf Goats Care written by Wilson Daniel and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-19 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Nigerian dwarf goat is a livestock which originated from west Africa. It is a very popular breed of goat in west Africa. These breeds of goat are usually smaller than any other goat breeds for this purpose they are sometimes called miniature goats. Nigerian Dwarf Goats are fast becoming a firm favourite amongst those who want a different type of pet yet don't have the space to keep larger animals. Cute and friendly with a playful personality it is easy to see why people become so enamoured with them. This book contains everything you need to know about caring for these goats from how to spot if a goat is healthy right through to how to feed, house and care for your new pet. This book is for any owner who is relatively new to caring for these animals or for anyone who is considering buying one.This book will provide you with each and every information you need to know about Nigerian dwarf goats. GET YOUR COPY OF THIS BOOK TODAY

Download or read book Nigerian Dwarf Goats for Novices written by Wolter Jessi and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nigerian Dwarf Goats are miniature goat of West African origin. Its conformation is similar to that of the larger dairy goat breeds. The parts of the body are in balanced proportion. The nose is straight. The ears are upright. The coat is soft, with short to medium hair.Although Dwarf goats may come in many colors, the main colors are black, chocolate and gold. Random white markings are common, as are spots and other color combinations such as red, white, gold and black. Any color or combination of colors is acceptable, though silver agouti (roan) is considered a moderate fault.Dwarf goats are similar in origin to Pygmy goats, but they are two different distinct breeds. Pygmies are bred to be "cobby" and heavy boned. The best pygmies look like beer kegs with legs. Dwarfs are bred to have the length of body and structure in proportion to a dairy goat.This beginners guide provides vital information on the origin, physical attributes, how to buy, temperament, health problems, feeding, and socialization of this wonderful petsGet your copy today by scrolling up and clicking Buy Now to get your copy today

Download or read book Pygmy Goat written by Adams Jeff Maurice and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-07-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Small and resilient, pygmy goats are native to the Cameroon Valley in West Africa. In the middle of the 20th century, these goats were initially introduced to Europe, mostly as exotic zoo animals. Their amiable demeanor and modest size contributed to their rise in popularity. Pygmy goats were brought to the United States in the 1950s and 1960s, and they soon gained popularity as pets and in agricultural displays and petting zoos. They could be found in a variety of habitats due to their adaptability to many climates and ecosystems. Their main function at first was to produce milk, especially in their home areas. But as they expanded around the globe, their function became more of a friend and pet owner. Nowadays, goat aficionados choose pygmy goats because of their fun disposition and versatility. Qualities and Attributes Pygmy goats are distinguished by their robust and small physique. They have a large chest, a short, powerful neck, and a stocky build. Their sturdy physique is supported by their short, powerful legs. A mature pygmy goat usually weighs between 50 and 75 pounds and is 16 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder. The multicolored coat of pygmy goats, which can be black, white, caramel, or several tones of gray, is one of their most characteristic traits. They are protected from inclement weather by their medium- to long-length, sometimes rather dense coat. Their charm is enhanced by their petite, adorable face and straight profile. It is well known that pygmy goats are gregarious and sociable animals. They are very social animals that frequently clamor for their owners' love and attention. They are quite good at picking up new skills and playing games because of their intelligence and curiosity. They are incredibly nimble for their little size, and they frequently hop and climb around their habitat. Pygmy goats typically have very mild, amiable temperaments. They are great companions for families because they get along nicely with kids and other animals. Because of their sociability, they also function effectively in small groups or partnerships because they enjoy company and interaction. Not only are pygmy goats incredibly cute, but they are also adaptable and lively additions to any home. Pygmy goats are a great addition to any pet-friendly setting, whether they are kept for their mischievous antics or their cuddly nature.

Download or read book Nigerian Dwarf Goats written by David Josephson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nigerian Dwarf goats are adorable and amazing. Their small size and affectionate personality make them a great addition to the homestead regardless of whether the homestead is large, small, rural, urban, or suburban. The Nigerian Dwarf goats are known for their even tempers and gentle, playful characters. They are a dairy breed that can produce large amounts of valuable milk all year round. They are fairly easy to raise and maintain for anyone including children. They only have a few basic requirements. If you're thinking about getting Nigerian dwarf goats, "Nigerian Dwarf Goats" is the ideal book choice for you. It covers many important topics written in an easy to follow format which gives you a clear picture of what you are about to embark on. You will learn how to keep a happy health goat which in turn makes you happy too. Happy goats make happy goat owners. Covered in this Book Reasons you should choose the Nigerian dwarf goats for fresh tasty milk Things you should know about dairy goats before you start a goat farm Key goat terms you need to know The right way to buy a Nigerian dwarf goat Care; feeding and housing Training your goat Breeding and raising baby goat Grooming and showing How to hand-milk your goat Common diseases and health problems in Nigerian dwarf goats Hoof trimming Preventative care ... and more