Clicker training a shy goat to become a pack goat - ungoing process

[Sanhestar]

I haven't been on this forum for a long time. Needed to keep my focus on things that matter - care for the animals and care for family.

Just wanted to give a very abridged update on Freddie: He continues his progress as a people friendly goat. Took the time to teach him standing still while being saddled and he can now be saddled free on pasture, in the herd and carry a saddle without being on a lead rope.

He has carried panniers while standing tied and I will introduce him to carrying panniers while walking this winter. He can stand on a highline, lets himself being touched, caught, handled on pasture and in the barn.

Our remaining issue is with foot care, which will be another project for winter. He isn't nasty but he doesn't accept it as much as I would like.

https://youtu.be/CcTAcT9fzPI