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1. What is a miniature goat?

Miniature goats include dwarf and pygmy breed goats as well as miniature goats (a standard goat bred to a dwarf or pygmy goat).

2. Are goats noisy?

Goats bleat occasionally, but the average bleat is quieter than the average dog bark. Unlike dogs which tend to bark if they see or hear another animal, goats are a “prey” species that stays still and quiet in response to a perceived threat or unusual situation.

3. Do goats first have to give birth before being able to provide milk?

Yes

4. The regulations require male goats be neutered, so how is the goat going to give birth?

Breeding goats have similarities to breeding dogs. There are professional goat breeders in the region that provide breeding services for a fee.

5. Why do males need to be neutered?

Unneutered male goats emit a very foul odor and are not suitable in an urban setting.

6. How do you deal with excrement?

It makes excellent compost. In fact, goats provide a simple way of recycling vegetarian food scraps. The goats will eat any vegetable scraps.