Pygmy Goats As Pets Pygmy Goats Mini Goats Or Dwarf Goats

Author : Edward Dunbarn
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781788650731
Total Pages : 114 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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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.

Author : Sue Weaver
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN 13 : 162008211X
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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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

Author : Cheryl K. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470633808
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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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.

Author : Jennie Grant
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
ISBN 13 : 1594857008
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book City Goats written by Jennie Grant and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2012-10-03 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLICK HERE to download the chapter called "Legalizing Goats In Your City" from City Goats Time Magazine calls author Jennie Grant the, "godmother of goat lovers." * Explains the how-to and benefits of keeping and raising milking goats on your city lot * Get a healthy source of milk, as well as a hobby that will change your life * Longtime urban goat keeper Jennie Grant is an experienced city goat farmer and Goat Justice activist JENNIE GRANT is your average 40-something mother with a bungalow in Seattle's leafy Madrona neighborhood, a happy middle-school child, a tolerant husband, and a pug named Eddie. She also happens to keep chickens and two milking goats, Snowflake and Eloise, and is regionally known as the passionate founder of the Goat Justice League. Since Grant began keeping milking goats several years ago, she has learned firsthand the remarkable benefits and beauty of keeping goats -- how much healthier and easier to maintain a yard with goats can be, the tolerance levels of neighbors, the health benefits of non-industrial foods, and how interacting with goats inspires a connection with nature. City Goats: The Goat Justice League's Guide to Urban Goat Keeping is her step-by-step guide to raising a pair of dairy goats in your urban or suburban backyard, from learning city zoning requirements and selecting goats to setting up your yard, building a goat shed, feeding and caring, kidding, and milking. Practical and at times comical (just like a goat!), connected both to nature and the city, and slightly rebellious -- City Goats: The Goat Justice League's Guide to Urban Goat Keeping is a book for gardeners, people committed to eating locally, and anyone who has ever pondered joining the backyard goat revolution.

Author : Elliott Lang
Publisher : Imb Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781909151505
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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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.

Author : Jill Winger
Publisher : Flatiron Books
ISBN 13 : 1250305942
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Prairie Homestead Cookbook written by Jill Winger and published by Flatiron Books. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 : Alix Wood
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1499481640
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pygmy Goats written by Alix Wood and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 :
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 526 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Goat World written by and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Reece Palmer
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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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

Author : Sue Weaver
Publisher : Ivy Press
ISBN 13 : 1782409483
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Goat written by Sue Weaver and published by Ivy Press. This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.