i'm new to goats. I have just acquired a 1 1/2 yr doe & 7 doelings (boer/texmaster mix - if breed makes a difference). their housing is a carport w/dirt floor & open on both ends (visually). both ends have panels enclosing & the goats are locked up in there during the night. I get the distinct impression they are not feeling secure or cozy, or whatever else you want to term it. they are very safe from any predation. the perimeter fencing is very good. I want them to have good housing & haven't found a lot to read about to inform me how to make it the best for them.
they are meat goats currently being used for brush control so there are no issues such as milking.
do goats like cubby hole kind of places to sleep at night, or do they just like to sleep out in the open?
thanks for any input. it's appreciated.
they are meat goats currently being used for brush control so there are no issues such as milking.
do goats like cubby hole kind of places to sleep at night, or do they just like to sleep out in the open?
thanks for any input. it's appreciated.