{"product_id":"raising-goats-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Raising Goats for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCheryl K. Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo buts: discover the addictive joy of raising goats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoats are amazing, multi-talented creatures that have been domesticated for over 10,000 years. As well as being a source of food, clothes, and milk, they're wonderful companions: cute, intelligent, and playful--and often as friendly and attentive as dogs. In addition, they make endearing noises and--according to ancient Ethiopian legend--discovered coffee. So what's holding you back? The new edition of \u003ci\u003eRaising Goats For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e rebuts all your excuses, and shows you why having one--or, actually, a few--of these companionable ruminants (cud-chewing animals) in your life will bring you great joy, and, if you choose, unbeatable homemade milk and cheese--and possibly a cozy new sweater.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA happy goat aficionado since 1998, Cheryl K. Smith takes you from the grassroots of raising your goat--choosing and buying the breed you want, building and maintaining goat-friendly housing--to more elevated terrain, including how to build your own milk stand, participate in online goat shows (it's a thing ), and even monetize your goat. You'll also learn the fundamentals of proper care to make sure your goats are fed, kept healthy, and bred in ways that ensure they have the happiest life you can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStudy the history and breeds of goat, like the Nigerian Dwarf or Pygmy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLive sustainably from and even profit from your goat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and alleviate common ailments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHave fun raising the kids \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're researching buying a goat or learning on the hoof about the ones you have, this book has everything you need to see why getting your goat will bring years and years of joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThey're fun, smart, and natural weed whackers!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking for a hobby that includes both fun and profit? Raising goats may be exactly what you need! Goats are intelligent, friendly, playful, and great at keeping your weeds under control. Not only that, but there's a growing market for goat's milk, goat cheese, and mohair or cashmere fiber. This fully updated guide will introduce you to different breeds and lead you through choosing your goats, preparing the appropriate living space for them, selecting food, and understanding everything necessary to keep your goats happy and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside. . .\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the different types of goats\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSee what conditions they need\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eKeep your goats safe\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFind out where to buy goats\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTreat common goat ailments\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDecide whether to breed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTrain and show goats\u003c\/li\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheryl K. Smith\u003c\/b\u003e has raised a small herd of Nigerian Dwarf and Oberian dairy goats under the herd name Mystic Acres since 1998. She is the owner of karmadillo Press and is the author of \u003ci\u003eGoat Health Care, Goat Midwifery, The Best of Ruminations Goat Milk and Cheese Recipes, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRaising Goats: Some Essentials\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.2 x 7.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 16, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434018795622,"sku":"9781119772583","price":38.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/aFN6WHVrRFRpYUQreVhZUHRzdWVtZz09.webp?v=1770414688","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/raising-goats-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}