Hello Reader, What began as a simple idea to share a little âgoat happinessâ became an international sensation. In this episode, Iâm joined by Lainey Morse, founder of the original Goat Yoga, for an inspiring conversation about how goats can bring laughter, peace, and connection to people everywhere. Lainey shares how Goat Yoga started on her small Oregon farm during one of the hardest times in her lifeâand how it unexpectedly went viral across the world. We also talk about what really...
1 day ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hello Reader, In this issue, we highlight our latest episode on uterine tears in goats, an often misunderstood but serious kidding complication. And since breeding season is a time when reproductive health matters most, itâs also a good moment to revisit older but important episodes on cystic ovaries, buck health, and the risks of buck service. Together, these insights offer timely reminders and practical guidance to keep your herd healthy and your kidding season on track. You can download...
3 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, If you missed any of this week's livestreams on making soap â or want to watch again â you can watch them here! đĽ Is there lye in homemade soap? Why won't my soap harden? Can I Add Anything I Want to My Soap? Why Temperature Matters in Soapmaking And just a quick reminder â the special Coming Clean discount is still available, but only through Sunday night. If youâve enjoyed this weekâs livestreams, youâll love whatâs inside the course: â
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5 days ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hello Reader, Fall is here đ and with it comes plenty of goat questions! Should you really be giving your goats baking soda? Can you use lye as a dewormer, or is it an old myth that wonât die? With breeding season in full swing, itâs also the perfect time to brush up on the signs of heat and how to tell if your doe is really pregnant (or just looking a little round). And since no season is complete without something sweet, weâve even included a cozy fall recipe, Pumpkin Chèvre Cheesecake,...
10 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, On Saturday, we'll be taking our border collies to the herding instructor's farm to see how they do with the sheep. Did I tell you that we got a second Border Collie, a 5-year-old named Sprocket? Meadow is now 6-months-old and loves having a big brother. đđđđą Breeding season has arrived so it is essential that you be able to recognize one thingâwhen your doe is in heat. In this article, I detail the six signs of heat you should watch out for. These will help alert you to the...
14 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, Life with goats is a long-term adventure, and caring for them into their golden years presents unique challenges and rewards. This guide takes an honest look at the realities of goat agingâfrom declining fertility and dental changes to nutrition tweaks and keeping them healthy and comfortable in their senior years. Geese are popular on many homesteads. They are kept for various reasons, including meat, appearance, and companionship. Would you like to raise them? Check out the...
21 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, We got a second border collie two weeks ago, and he's fitting into the family beautifully! His name is Sprocket, and he's five years old. He has competed in agility and had to be rehomed because his brother started picking on him so much that he spent the whole day hiding in his crate. The first weekend in October, we'll be taking him and Meadow to the herding instructor's farm to see how they do with sheep. đđđđżđ˛ Worms are one of the biggest health challenges for goatsâand...
28 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, In this weekâs videos, weâre tackling some of the most commonâand often misunderstoodâgoat care topics. Discover the best food choices for pet goats, why copper blood tests can give misleading results, and how the caregiver placebo effect can trip us up. Plus, get practical advice on paddock setup, fencing options, and grazing schedules tailored for Nigerian Dwarfs. Don't forget to click the 'Subscribe' button below any video to stay updated with our latest releases! âś What's...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 2 min read
Hello Reader, My University of Massachusetts class in raising goats started last week and it has been a huge shock to see students using AI responses in their class discussions â especially because the discussions are supposed to be all about the student, their plans for raising goats, and how the information they learn in class fits into their farm plans. I donât understand why someone would spend close to $2000 on a course and then just drop an assignment into AI, and then copy and paste...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 3 min read
