I like the "creep" area idea, too. We give our Pyrs supervised time before we let them loose with the goats. I don't have horn-headed goats, but don't want rowdy pups chewing on ears.
Nubians are my FAVORITES!!! I'm in South Alabama, though. In a colder climate, I'd try Saanens. I had one who was quite loving. Raised a few Sables on the bottle and they were really, really sweet.