There is no one-size-fits-all approach to raising goats (or any livestock for that matter). But by working with nature, you can raise dairy goats as the centerpiece of a diversified homestead and produce your own milk, cheese, meat, fertilizer, leather, fiber and soap — all without relying on drugs or following the factory-farm model. By observing your own animals closely and educating yourself about their specific needs, you can create an individualized plan for keeping them healthy and maximizing their productivity. This unique, fully-illustrated guide will teach you to help your herd thrive with:
- breed-specific descriptions to help you choose the right goats for your goals and lifestyle
- detailed information on housing, fencing, breeding, health, milking and nutrition
- recipes and instructions for making your own cheese, dairy products, and soap, as well as cooking with goat meat.
Packed with personal experiences backed up by expert veterinary advice and scientific studies, Raising Goats Naturally brings together a wealth of practical information on raising goats for the love of it and using their milk and meat to become more self-reliant.
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Chapters
- Choosing Your Goats
- Housing Your Goats
- Protecting Your Goats
- Day-to-Day Life With Goats
- Feeding Your Goats
- Parasites
- Injury, Illnesses, and Diseases
- Breeding
- Pregnancy
- Birthing
- Raising Kids
- Milking
- The Dairy Kitchen
- Dairy Products
- Acid-ripened Cheeses
- Culture-ripened Cheeses
- Meat
- Soap