New to goats, and I have a few ?'s

Discussion in 'Goat Frenzy' started by CHICKENHEAD, Apr 27, 2008.

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  1. Apr 27, 2008 #1
    CHICKENHEAD

    CHICKENHEAD New Member

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    Hello my name is Kevin I am from oklahoma. I am working on fencing in my 20 acres. In the meantime, I am looking at getting 2 goats. I want 2 does, I am looking at getting one that is bred and use her for milk. Problem is I dont have anything setup but a small pen 32'x16' I don't have a shelter build yet either. Question is will this size pen accomadate 2 full size goats and maybe 1 or 2 kids? Could someone post some pictures or point me in the direction of some pictures of a small shelter, maybe like a lean too shed or something? I just need some ideas to get this going.
     
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  3. Apr 27, 2008 #2
    StaceyRosado

    StaceyRosado Administrator Staff Member Supporting Member

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    Hi Kevin! welcome

    I have just the same set up (right now) as you are describing. I will get you pictures here in a minute :D
     
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  5. Apr 27, 2008 #3
    FarmGirl18

    FarmGirl18 New Member

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    Hi Kevin,welcome to The Goat Spot!! I'm an Okie as well. :) I think that size pen would be just fine for 2 goats and a couple of kids. Just keep in mind that they will need hay as that's not enough room for them to just have strictly browse.
     
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  6. Apr 27, 2008 #4
    Crissa

    Crissa New Member

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    Hello Kevin! I'm also an Okie. I'll have to agree with FarmGirl though, they definitely will be needing hay.
     
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  7. Apr 27, 2008 #5
    CHICKENHEAD

    CHICKENHEAD New Member

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    wow thats was fast, 2 more okies already. Hay is not a problem. I will have my property fenced in by summer anyhow. I have plenty, and I meen planty of brush and weeds for them waiting. Cant wait to see the pictures.
     
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  8. Apr 27, 2008 #6
    Crissa

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    What breed of goat are you looking at getting?
     
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  9. Apr 27, 2008 #7
    CHICKENHEAD

    CHICKENHEAD New Member

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    I want nigerians, but I cant find any for a descent price anywhere close. I found some nubians for a good deal. When I get my fence up, I will get boers.
     
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  10. Apr 27, 2008 #8
    Crissa

    Crissa New Member

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    Nigerians are cute, there's a breeder up in Pryor, but they're expensive. Are you wanting them registered or does it matter? I also know a couple good boer breeders in Oklahoma. :thumbup:
     
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  11. Apr 27, 2008 #9
    CHICKENHEAD

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    Starting out I would rather have a non registered. But if the price is right then it dont matter. Does the person in Pryor have a website or anything, whats their name?
     
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  12. Apr 27, 2008 #10
    StaceyRosado

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    here are two angles of my current shed
     

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  13. Apr 27, 2008 #11
    Crissa

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  14. Apr 27, 2008 #12
    Muddy Creek Farm

    Muddy Creek Farm New Member

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    Dills certainly isn't too expensive for the awesome quality you get! If show/milking is what you want then they are certainly great breeders for that. If you are looking for mainly pets I would go with unregistered.
     
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  15. Apr 27, 2008 #13
    Crissa

    Crissa New Member

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    That's what I meant Chelsey. I need to work on how I phrase things! :roll:
     
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  16. Apr 27, 2008 #14
    CHICKENHEAD

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    thats kind of what I am looking at building for mine stacey. WHy do the goats no eat on the wood?
     
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  17. Apr 27, 2008 #15
    Muddy Creek Farm

    Muddy Creek Farm New Member

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    I know what you meant Crissa :wink: And is really does seem expensive until you really look at what awesome quality they are. :greengrin:

    My goats, don't chew on anything. :dance:
     
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  18. Apr 27, 2008 #16
    CHICKENHEAD

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    I talked to the Dill family they are located in chelsea now. They had 2 does that were cheap that wasnt show quality, but they sold them before I could make it there to get them.
     
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  19. Apr 27, 2008 #17
    Crissa

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    Oh I didn't know they moved. :shrug:
     
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  20. Apr 27, 2008 #18
    CHICKENHEAD

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    Does anyone know anyone that sells nigerian dwarves anywhere around NE OK.?
     
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  21. Apr 28, 2008 #19
    liz

    liz Well-Known Member

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    Hi Kevin and WELCOME!! It's possible that if you go to the NDGA http://www.ndga.org (Nigerian Dwargf Goat Association) you will find member lists by state, you may be able to come across a few breeders there...some like mine are also registered with AGS.. http://www.americangoatsociety.com
    Hope this helps!
     
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  22. Apr 28, 2008 #20
    alyssa_romine

    alyssa_romine Breaking Dawn Ranch

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    Welcome Kevin! I have a few Boers...I used to have a nubian and I want a Nigi buck with blue eyes but I dont have the money at this time.

    That pen size would be plenty big enough for 2 goats. I have an 18' x 20' barn...my pens are small but they are temporary....I am almost in the same boat as you with no fence up on the property.

    Stacey does have a nice set up!

    I wish you luck in your goatie adventures!!! They are so addicting and I know you won't stop at 2.....I started out with 2 about 2 years ago and I now have 16......I have fainting goats
     
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