M.L. McKnight
Overrun with beasties
Ten foot high fencing may be a bit much. I'd opt for something between 48-60". Most folks make sure that their pastures are clear of night shade, I have watched my goats munching nightshade with no problem; it probably has more to do with the maturity level of the plant. Morning glory is pretty to look at but it has caused the deaths of three of my goats. Call MS State and ask for Dr. Fleming in their Food Animal Department, that lady can tell you more about goats than you can shake a stick at and will probably be able to rattle off a list of publications concerning plants that are known to be toxic to goats.
You don't have to keep your buck separate from your does, I run my adult goats together. I do keep those rascals away from my younger does. IF you are milking your goats having your buck run with them can cause a pronounced 'goaty' flavor in your milk, some folks don't like it.
You don't have to keep your buck separate from your does, I run my adult goats together. I do keep those rascals away from my younger does. IF you are milking your goats having your buck run with them can cause a pronounced 'goaty' flavor in your milk, some folks don't like it.