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Hi All, I live in the south Island of NZ. I have been researching pack goats for the last three months and cant wait to get started. I'm trying to get as much info so I don't make to many mistakes. As its the middle of winter here so I'm waiting for spring to get a couple of Kiko weathers kids to bottle feed. The Kiko breed in NZ is now a mix of other breeds as almost all the main Kiko heard was sold to the US some years ago. I would love some good info on how to Raise kids, how much to bottle feed and when? and any thing that could help me get set up. Thanks.
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Welcome! There are several great books on the subject. You can also sign up for the goat tracks magazine. I am still learning as well and have my first two goats. Good luck!
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Check out Northwest Packgoat Supply for books and gear. Best place to find everything.
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(07-06-2014, 07:10 PM)sweetgoatmama Wrote: Check out Northwest Packgoat Supply for books and gear. Best place to find everything.
Hi Thanks for lead, ill check the books out.
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Hi Rockman, new to the forum. Based in Christchurch and have been considering adding a goat to my hunting trips. How have you found it and any pointers for a complete beginner ?
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(01-08-2017, 05:25 PM)khurl100 Wrote: Hi Rockman, new to the forum. Based in Christchurch and have been considering adding a goat to my hunting trips. How have you found it and any pointers for a complete beginner ?
Hello and welcome to the forum.
The most important pointer should be: NEVER buy only one goat. They are herd animals and need at least one other goat companion.
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Welcome! You sure live in a beautiful country!
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Thanks guys, also what would be the recommended size of pen enclosure for 2 goats or kids. Would be aiming for regular hill walking exercise too.
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As large as you can make it :-)
Also, plan to add climbing tools.
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Welcome. I'm new to the group as well
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