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Live2Ride asked in PetsOther - Pets · 8 years ago

How much does it cost to keep and maintain a pygmy goat?

How much per month on average does the care for pygmy goats cost? Including feed, vet, (do they need hoof care?) etc?

I feel obliged to add that we are extensively experienced in caring for animals and other livestock, just not goats. Thanks.

Update:

Meant to say horses :)

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    8 years ago
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    Goats need at least a 16% protein based feed - mine like either the sweet feed or pellets. When I only had two, it cost me about $20 a month in feed and the wormer I give them every 6 months is about $14. Mine have never needed a vet, but they do need their hooves pared down every once in awhile and the cost of that depends on if you do it or pay someone else. If the goats have access to a lot of climbing around on rough surfaces or walking on concrete, their feet don't need much attention. Mine have access to about 5 acres to chew on, because they really want their feed but also must have bushes, tree leaves, etc. to eat. Good Luck!

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