![]() #7 Definitely read Goat Song by Brad Kessler here. It's invaluable what you can learn from and share with each other. I was doing some price comparison and noticed that Jeffers was out of stock on all B vitamin injectibles, while Caprine supply was not. Our first goats came from Black Mesa Ranch and they have taken an amazing amount of time making sure all who purchase their kids do it well. Connect with other goat owners/breeders in your community/state. Last I checked, Caprine Supply has the injection form of B Vitamin Complex in stock. You always need back up support if something goes wrong. Connect with other "goat people" who will be willing to talk your through any issues - you'll definitely need this when it comes time for kidding - if you breed. #5- Read up on goats from forums like - Goat Wisdom and Fiasco Farm (one of my main "go-to places"). Caprine Supply is one of my favorites along with Jeffers Livestock. Goat Supplies There are other livestock companies that include a page or two of. Meds, antibiotics, syringes, hoof trimmers, feeding racks, mineral supplies, baking soda (do NOT be WITHOUT baking soda ever!), buckets, watering systems, shade systems if no trees exist, straw or sand for bedding. Browse Jeffers Livestock's wide selection of goat feeders and waterers, such as hanging feeders, feed scoops, utility tubs, and much more. #4 - Plan on making $$$ initial investments of "stuff" before you get your goats. I have owned several breeds and just happen to LOVE the Nubian. #3 - Each breed of goat will offer you a little something different. Trust me, we have thought a system worked, and then something would happen that we had to step back and reconfigure things a bit. #Jeffers livestock caprine supply trialYou don't always know - except through trial and error and more trial and error what system works best. We do not endorse or represent them, their products or advise, just that we have found them useful. We have a large selection of silicone and rubber milk hose, milk Inflation Liners and Jetter Cups from brands like Milk Rite, Westfailia Surge, GEA, Conewango, and 1st Choice. I have learned that I listen to my older/wiser friends - I ask questions and then I put that info through the grid of MY farm and space that I have. These are sources that we use and are presented as information only. Our products include dairy equipment, milking supplies, piping, pumps, and spare parts. Different goat owners, depending on their herd management style will have different opinions on what all that looks like. They need to be protected from predators and they need to be protected from the elements of rain, snow, intense heat, etc. Goats need to be protected from their own curious nature. ![]()
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