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From yoga mats to milking pails, these episodes highlight the many ways goats enrich our lives. Discover how one woman turned goat yoga into a global phenomenon, how another farmer built a thriving gelato business, and how experts tackle serious goat health issues like deer worm and pneumonia.

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​Goat Yoga

When people hear that I have goats, one of the first questions they ask is, “Do you do goat yoga?”

In this episode, I finally get to talk with the person who started it all — Lainey Morse, founder of the original Goat Yoga in Oregon. She shares how a tough time in her life led to a global movement of calm, connection, and cuddly goats, plus what it really takes to start your own goat yoga business.

​Goat Milk Gelato in Sweden

Have you ever wished your goats could help pay their own feed bill?

In this episode, I talk with Oskar Edwall from Sweden, who turned his small herd and a love for goat milk into a thriving gelato business. From creamy recipes to clever marketing, Oskar shares how he built a sweet success story that just might inspire you to turn your goat milk into profits too.

​​Deer Worm in Goats

Deer worm may be rare in goats, but when it strikes, it can be devastating.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Tatiana Stanton from Cornell University about how meningeal (deer) worm infects goats, the signs to watch for, and why quick treatment is critical for recovery. Learn how this parasite differs from common intestinal worms—and what you can do to help protect your herd.

​Pneumonia in Goats

A coughing goat doesn’t always mean pneumonia!

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Michael Pesato about the real signs of pneumonia, why it’s often overdiagnosed, and which antibiotics actually work when it is the cause. Learn how to tell the difference between a simple cough and a serious illness—and why good air quality is your best defense.

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Happy Goatherding!
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Deborah
and the Thrifty Homesteader Team

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