Weights

[SuperChemicalGirl]

They got weighed today. Since last Sunday they each gained 4 lbs. I am not going to worry. I didn't change anything.

 

[ragdollcatlady]

Weighing them to see if they are gaining and how much is a good place to start. It sounds like they are growing fine.

I think adding weight, (barring worms or a health condition) is very easy and small changes can make a large impact fairly quickly in most cases. That is why I suggested adding only another 1/4 cup or 1/2 cup extra feed if/when you do decide to make a change. Two weeks with that little bit extra will usually have a pretty obvious effect. If I understand correctly a 2.5 to 3 on the body condition scale is actually ideal for most (open) breeding animals. I interpret that to mean pets as well.

 

[SuperChemicalGirl]

It's been 7 weeks (time flies when you're having fun) and each goat has put on 15 pounds. They are up to 50 (Nubian) and 55 (LaMancha).

So... now would you change anything? Or is that the right rate? Someone above said 12-15 lbs a month, another said 10.

 

[SuperChemicalGirl]

The LaMancha is 77 lbs today, the Nubian is 72, give or take a lb or 2 due to struggling.

The LaMancha still looks bony to me in her hips/butt but she's a beast everywhere else.

 

[meme]

They look much better! Keep up their current feeding regimen, and they should do great. Great job with them!