“One of the most exciting times in our beginning days of homesteading was when we first got goats.
The excitement began beforehand, as I researched the various goat breeds. It was great fun to pour over breed photos and descriptions, trying to decide which one I liked best.
Initially, I was only aware of two kinds of goats – dairy and meat breeds.
I learned these can be further subdivided into standard and miniature breeds. In addition, they can be classified as brush goats, feral goats, heritage breed goats, pet goats, show goats, and work goats (goats that have been trained to pull a cart or carry a backpack).
More recently, mid-sized, dual-purpose goats have entered the scene, particularly Kinders.
There are advantages and disadvantages to each of these…”
