Raising goats is a simple, straightforward process. Plus, it’s full of fun; not kidding. Goats possess quirks and mannerisms that you may not experience with any other animal you raise. Apart from fun, they can also introduce good earning sources. Whatever your intention, you must offer proper care to your goats to help them grow healthy.
Here are three main points that can be a good base to introduce great stability to your goat’s health.
1. Feed
Your goat’s physical health mainly depends on the quality of food you offer them. You must be conscious of the specifications of goats. Herbivores have two types of eating styles: browsing and grazing. Goats’ favorite food is natural browse, including shoots, leaves, and bark of various plants. They don’t eat the whole plant itself but its parts.
If your goat is pregnant, you must be humble towards her. There are not many special requirements at the start of pregnancy but in the last two months. That’s because 70% of baby growth occurs in the last two months.
2. Shelter
Where you live doesn’t matter; your goats must need a proper shelter. That’s not about giving them a luxurious lifestyle but saving them from unwanted environmental hazards. They need protection from rain, wind, sun, and many sudden changes in their surroundings.
Goats require different shelters in different environments. For example, if you live in a colder region, you should arrange a barn or shed. However, a lean-to-will be enough for your goats if the climate is warm.
3. Be Hands On
If you want a physically and mentally stable goat, you must be a good observer. Moreover, you must have a smart attitude. Look at your goat, offer her a lovely touch, and walk around her daily. In this way, you’ll be able to notice something worse before it’s too late.
Note one thing: how you treat your goat also depends on what you want in return. If you plan to have her meat in your dishes very soon, your attitude will be different than if you intend to be with your goat until she doesn’t have a natural death.
Best of luck for your journey with your goat!
