[Locklyn]

Are Nigerian Dwarfs really 145 days or 150?
Thank you

 

[MissMiniNubian]

It really depends on the goat. The most dependable way to know is to keep feeling their tail ligaments

 

[daisymay]

Most of mine are 145. A few 146-147. Also had one go 152.

 

[ksalvagno]

Nigerians are generally 145 days.

 

[NDinKY]

Mine are usually 145. This year I’ve had one go 144, three at 145, and one at 148.

 

[happybleats]

The gestational period is an average. 145 is average for Nigies and 150 days for standard breeds..but first time moms can go longer and genetics play a role. We put due date at the earliest time frame and watch close from there. I have a FF nigie on day 146 and doesn't look quite ready..but boy we are watching her close.

 

[Lolo]

It really depends on the goat. The most dependable way to know is to keep feeling their tail ligaments

Could you please elaborate on this? Very interested, thank you!

 

[Locklyn]

Thank you for the info. When do they start to get a bigger udder? I have heard a week before kidding?

 

[GoofyGoat]

Thank you for the info. When do they start to get a bigger udder? I have heard a week before kidding?

Is it her first time kidding? Usually they start building their udder about a month beforehand. However, some more experienced does can blow up right before or during kidding.

 

[GoofyGoat]

Here's a video on how to check their ligaments. Crystal has a lot of good videos on care and birthing.

 

[Locklyn]

Thank you i watch blue cactus dairy a lot! Neverous first time mom over here lol.

 

[Gooseberry Creek]

I'm on baby watch. My ff is 146days today..driving me nuts lol.