Being a novice pygmy goat owner, I find that this book has a lot of information needed to keep goats healthy and happy. I,m hoping to have babies in the near future and wanted to know what to expect. The book takes you thru the process and explains how to deal with any problems that might arise. This included first time does giving birth and seasoned mothers. How to take care of the kids and their development is talked about so you know what to do and when. It has chapters on all kinds of medical problems and the cures.She tells you how to look for signs of problems and how some can be prevented before they start.There is a list of basic first aid items to have on hand just in case of injuries. There are chapters devoted to the differences in males and females,with their feeding and health issues.Types of feed and how much are discussed with supplements that might be helpful in certain cases. The housing and basic needs are also gone over with detailed information as to why it is necessary. I found that the whole book was written so that I could understand it.I'm sure that anyone even a longtime goat keeper would find this book to be useful.Read full review
just so much information, great illustrations and easy to understand especially for the newer owners of the pygmy goat.
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This is an excellent book that is very informative in an easy to read fashion. It gives many tips how to care for the pygmy goats as well as what to watch for to maintain their good health. Our does will be "kidding" for the first time soon and this book helps to explain what we need to watch for as well as how we can help the does and new kids. Highly recommended to anyone who loves their pygmy's and wants to be prepared to provide the best care for them.
We absolutely love this book!! We have recently started a pygmy goat farm and this book came highly recommended to us by others who also raise pygmys. It is I believe, the most informative book available to growers to date!! Every question we have from A to Z is answered in this book! We couldn't do without it!!! We highly recommend this book to to anyone who has a pygmy!!!!
Wonderful resource full of correct information on Pygmy goats and their care.
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