The rhue family in california and catskill game farm in new york imported the first pygmy goats in 1959.
Pygmy goats hopping on wood floor.
This size of the enclosure is suitable for only two pets that is 15 20 square feet for each pygmy.
Pygmy goats can be any color or color pattern.
An ideal arrangement for 2 3 pygmy goats including outdoor covered area with indoor accommodation.
Pygmy goats need good and well designed shelter for their safety and comfort.
Construct the required enclosure.
Offering them elements that they can climb on is a good idea as it helps them to stay entertained and reduce aggression.
Bearing in mind that pygmy goats will give birth to twins at least 60 of the time small herds can very soon become large herds and have to.
How to raise pygmy goats.
True to their name pygmy goats are small in size and are much smaller than standard sized goats.
A modern shed measures 2 4 meters by 1 8 meters and should have hay racks and benches.
Consult a veterinarian for an authentic breeding advice.
Up off the floor and the area underneath is a perfect haven for young kids if the older goats get restless and rough in their play.
People love them due to their small size and unique body structure.
If you intend to buy breeding stock then the facilities required need to be more carefully considered.
The pygmy goat is able to leap very high so you have to keep that in mind when they are in captivity.
The wood will hold the odor of urine and will rot out eventually.
Pygmy goats are no exception in their needs for these two things.
They are very social so you must have them with others.
They do mix well with other species of goats too.