Care for Nubian Goats
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Care for Nubian Goats
The Anglo-Nubian goat also referred to as simply the Nubian goat is a cute and affectionate creature. It is useful for clearing and controlling blackberries, and can be trained to pull a cart and do tricks.1 Due the high butterfat content of its milk, the Nubian goat is also one of the more popular options for dairy production.2 These animals are not difficult to care for, but do require a sizeable and well maintained living area.
Creating a Home for Your Goats Prepare some pasture space.
Before you consider the purchase of one or more Nubian goats, it is important to ensure that you have adequate space for them. These animals require about 200 square feet of pasture space per goat. Ideally, this space should contain grass, bushes, and other plants the goats can eat. Keep in mind that goats are vocal animals. While Nubian goats are not the loudest of all breeds, they can be vocal, especially during certain times of the year. You may want to consider this in deciding how close to your home you will raise your goats. Ideally, this space should contain grass, bushes, and other plants the goats can eat.Keep in mind that goats are vocal animals. While Nubian goats are not the loudest of all breeds, they can be vocal, especially during certain times of the year. You may want to consider this in deciding how close to your home you will raise your goats.Build a shelter.
Nubian goats are a hearty breed that is less sensitive to heat and cold than some other goats. Even so, theyll need a warm, dry, and well ventilated area to protect themselves from the elements. Your shelter should provide at least 25 square feet of space per goat. There should be plenty of clean, dry straw for bedding. Dirt floors are preferable to wood. When wood floors get wet, they can be a slipping hazard for goats. Your shelter should provide at least 25 square feet of space per goat. There should be plenty of clean, dry straw for bedding. Dirt fl The Anglo-Nubian goat also referred to as simply the Nubian goat is a cute and affectionate creature. It is useful for clearing and controlling blackberries, and can be trained to pull a cart and do tricks.1 Due the high butterfat content of its milk, the Nubian goat is also one of the more popular options for dairy production.2 These animals are not difficult to care for, but do require a sizeable and well maintained living area.
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