Mary was a great goat for us to start with because she is so incredibly friendly and gentle and relaxed. She doesn't even need to be locked in a head gate for the children to be able to milk her. The photo at left is of Fiona milking Mary for the first time. We've since purchased a stainless steel milking bucket and strainer. I am now making lavender goat milk soap and am venturing into goat cheeses as well, which family and friends are really enjoying.
At left is our 2nd doe, Scarlet. She is a purebred Nubian and very, very friendly and sweet. She always wants a big hug after she is milked. We are loving how tame and fun the goats are to have around.
I decided to breed the does to a Nigerian Dwarf buck so that I didn't have to worry about the children handling or being around a larger breed buck this year. Both Mikaela and Fiona hope to show kids from Mary and Scarlet next summer in 4H. Below and at right are photos of Ceasar, a well-built and very well mannered buck. He came to us from Terry Babb, who raises Nigerian Dwarf goats in Alabama. I am very impressed by Ceasar's temperament, he's easy-going, not pushy and very respectful of fences and people. |
