Hi new goat owner here. Just rescued two a mom and baby doe 12 days old. Mamma emaciated! So sad. I have questions.

AmyC

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Debud or not? Just pets not breeding or milking
 

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Definitely disbud. Horns can be dangerous to small children (they are right at face height) and get caught in fences and feeders. Goats with horns are also more prone to fight and knock down fences.
 
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