Goat
Urinary Calculi in Ruminant Animals
Small ruminant animals such as sheep and goats can be susceptible to the development of urinary calculi. These are ‘stones’ or concretions formed in the urinary tract from mucus, protein and minerals. Calculi can develop in both male and female animals but are more likely to cause a blockage in the urinary tract of males.…
Read MoreFeeding the notoriously fussy Pygmy Goat
As most owners will have experienced, pygmy goats are full of individual quirks and characteristics. For example, it is not uncommon for pygmy goats to easily gain extra weight and yet they are also notoriously fussy eaters! This can certainly prove challenging when they decide they don’t like their food. Feeding a highly palatable supplementary…
Read MoreGoat Care Guide
Goats need a regular routine and attention. Good quality feed and shelter are essential. Goats require year-round care so you need sufficient time and knowledge to look after them. If you go away, be sure that the person you leave in charge knows what they are doing. Goats and goats’ milk are covered by a…
Read MoreGoat Feeding Guide
Like sheep and cattle, goats are ruminants, and are able to digest foodstuffs such as grass and leaves. They are naturally browsing animals and will eat bushes and trees in preference to grass. However, goats need careful feeding and cannot survive on just browsing and grazing. Nutrients are needed for maintenance, growth and milk production.…
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