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  1. ShadyTreeAcres

    Input needed on my mini-herd

    Here is my current setup, for reference. Arya - Nigerian Dwarf doeling, 10 month old Rory - Nigerian Dwarf doe, 2.5 years old (Mo's sister) Mo - Nigerian Dwarf doe, 2.5 years old (Rory's sister) Niles - Nubian wether, 3 years old Frasier - Nubian wether, 3 years old Here is my dilemma. I...
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    Eating lots of loose minerals...good or bad?

    I recently starting putting out loose minerals for my nigerians. I filled up a wall mounted feed bowl about half way and expected them to just eat a tiny bit. They've emptied it twice in the last 5 days! Its one of those black ones from TSC, holds about 4 cups. Is this normal? Indicative...
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    2 questions about weight and hair

    First off, here is a pic of my Aryas muzzle. It seems like she's losing some hair on it, any thoughts as to why? If I compare to a pic from a few weeks ago it wasn't like this. Secondly, here is an overhead picture. Does she look overweight? She weighed in at 15lbs yesterday, she's about...
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    Shady Tree picture thread

    Just wanted to show off my small herd. Niles and Frasier the Nubian brothers My baby. Arya Stark. Nap time
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    Frost free outdoor hydrant

    I have an old, leaky hydrant in my barn that I want to replace before it gets much colder. Got any tips on brands or things to make sure I do at the same time? Repairing is not an option...this things looks old. Also, how do I know if the one I have can be replaced just at the top or if I...
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    Goats can change lives

    Excellent story I came across today. https://www.worldvision.org/sponsorship-news-stories/gift-catalog-goats-give-hope?campaign=3221101
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    Goat toys and structures for pasture

    I am finishing up my goats pasture area this weekend and am curious what everyone has bought or built for their goats to play with/on? I have found a large wooden spool on Craigslist for $30 that I plan to pick up on Sunday. Any other ideas? Pics are also super helpful!
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    A few really simple questions...

    When you guys say Free Choice you just mean that its available at all times right? What are you using for hay feeders? I have been considering one of the net type bags. I've seen numerous types of mineral feeders online using PVC pipe. Is there no risk of the goats overeating minerals...
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    2 yearlings + 1 doeling? How to acclimate

    About a month ago I bought my first goat, a then 4 week old Nigerian Dwarf doeling. She is absolutely amazing and we love her. She gets fed either in the house or in the cab of my truck but sleeps in her own stall in the barn for now. I've been doing some research on goats and keep running...
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