Raising Goats For Dummies

Raising Goats For Dummies provides readers with an introduction to all aspects of owning and raising goats. Topics covered include purchasing goats, building and maintaining appropriate housing, and the proper care, feeding, and breeding of goats. Raising Goats For Dummies is a one-stop reference for raising goats whether readers are caring for milk goats or meat goats. Updates include: More information on miniature goats (Nigerian Dwarf, Pygmy, and crosses of larger breeds), which have gained in popularity, in part due to an increase in urban goats being allowed Instructions for building a milk stand would be helpful because all goat owners need one for trimming hooves and other routine tasks New section on taking your goat to birthday parties or day care (Currently page 135 addresses schools and nursing homes) Using social media to find answers to questions and problems with goats. There are groups run by veterinarians, as well as some by experienced goatkeepers Changes to laws regarding drugs given to livestock and regarding selling goat milk (e.g. Oregon removed the prohibition of advertising Some really nice and easy milking machines have been invented since the book was published. Updated prices for milk and fiber Virtual goat showing has become a thing since publication New section in "Making Money from Goats" chapter about boarding goats for others