Recent content by annabelle333

Again... great info! I will test out several areas before making the final plans. I am going to a show at the end of this month and am going to visit several farms. We are working on fence right now and slowly will get our barn up so I have some time to really think about what I want/need/can...

You have helped a lot OneFineAcre! Your information has been spot on and I really appreciate all of your experience. I will find my goats and can't wait to post all about them when I do. I have posted a lot of questions on here and have been amazed by all of the friendly people and wonderful...

Thank you goatgurl...I understand that there will be disagreements when so many people are involved on a forum. One Fine Acre has given me invaluable advice and I really appreciate all of the positive info on here. I am looking to goats for family enjoyment and some milk for our personal...

Thanks goatgurl- that is all good practical advice for the location and I had never thought about the snakes underneath...all good things to consider!!!

I like the idea of trying all three! I will start with two Nigies first though...we are a small family and don't need a lot of milk...

I will definitely check out my local 4-H- this is a great idea! I will also start going to open shows in the area- so much research to do! I am having fun trying to absorb it all. Thanks for your advice.

Good point! I haven't talked to my husband about the barn plans yet, he is working so I am sure he will have ideas about that part when he gets back.

I am starting to understand how a herd could grow quickly! I have started looking at barn options and am wondering if the direction of the barn matters and if being in the sun or shade is a better option?

Thanks!

Yes! I can see why!!!

I have contacted two local farms and will set up times to tour their facilities and get some information that I think will help. What is a reasonable price for a doeling? I have taken everyones advice and remembered that my grandad used to always say it costs the same to feed a good horse as a...

The need for airflow makes sense now! I also like the idea of compost keeping the floors warm- I will have solar on my barn- a perk to having a solar installer for a husband :) So I will be able to keep some good lighting in the barn. Again thanks for all the pointers. I am getting...

I found it! Wow- what a great thread full of good info. I love your barn setup and of course then got hooked by your baby pics! I am starting to look at prefab kits and will let you know what I decide on. Again- thank you so much for your help everyone!

Great information here! I love getting to know this community of goat lovers! Thanks for sharing your knowledge so freely!

Thanks Ridgetop! Important point...one time and there is no going back...