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If you're thinking of going into raising livestock for business but is stymied by a shoestring budget, the answer to your problem is goat keeping. Goats have been serving our needs as early as 10,000 B.C., probably even before we have learned to domesticate cows and sheep. Because of their capability to survive on the most meager of herbs, bushes and scrubs, they are also ideal agricultural animals for countries with arid environments like those in Africa. Goat keeping is also a chief source of food and income in mountainous regions like Tibet and Mongolia. This trait also makes them attractive to farmers from Third World countries because of their relative cost-effectiveness. In fact, certain...

Have you ever thought about a different career or business far away from the city, at a serene place? Goat keeping is a good small-scale business to do. You must be wondering, keeping goats! The demand for nutritious goats' milk is increasing day by day. Rich protein content goats milk is also having good market. Think about the wool that is required for the apparel industry. Goat milk based products like cheese, yoghurt, soap and other items are having good time in the market. Goat keeping is more of a fun job. Goats are good companions with good affection. Goats can clear the shrubs and other plants from the farms effectively. Unlike cattle and other animals, goats are smaller. Their price is less...

Keeping goats is going to require some time and money so don't ever just buy a goat on a whim and bring it home. Goats take planning. For instance, you should have everything set up for keeping goats before you bring one home. Today, many people keep goats for pets. Goats are very intelligent and friendly and make great pets. However, it is not something about which to make a spontaneous decision. There are many breeds of goats, so the first thing you need to do is to ask yourself why you want a goat. Is it for companionship? Or because you want to have your own source of goat's milk? It may even be because you want to eat goat meat, which is sometimes served in restaurants as an exotic meat. It is...

Farm owners are often asked, "Are you kidding?" "Do Fainting goats really exist?" No kidding, Fainting goats are real! These goats are called by a variety of names: stiff-legged goats, scare goats, nervous goats and Myotonic goats. To understand their name, you should know their characteristics and background. Fainting goats originally came from Nova Scotia. They were first recorded in history, from Marshall County, TN, back in the 1880s. A man named, Tinsley moved to the northern part of Marshall County, Tennessee and brought with him four goats and a cow. These goats showed nervous tendencies. When these goats became startled, their leg muscles would, temporarily, become rigid causing them to lose...

If you intend to raise goats in order to produce dairy products, then there are a few simple guidelines that you need to follow. Raising milk goats can be a bit more complicated than raising goats for other purposes as diseases and parasites can easily contaminate the milk of the producing goat if it's not taken care of properly. In order for you to be able to raise perfectly healthy goats, which will then give you high profitability, here's our few words of advice. 1) Provide shelter and adequate fencing The first thing that you need to do in raising milk goats is to make sure that you provide your stock with shelter and adequate fencing. Shelter should be high enough so as not to stump the goats...

The demand for goat milk has been increasing especially now that people see its advantages over cow milk. For one, the fat in goat milk is more soluble or easier to digest. This makes it a more preferred drink for people with absorption-weak intestines like babies. Dairy products derived from goat milk, such as cheese have also increased in number. Raising goats for milk is an important consideration among breeders to ensure that the animals produce milk as often as possible. Like cows, certain factors must be taken into account when one aims to cultivate goats for milk. First, determine which breed of goat to buy. The Saanen is the best when raising goats for milk. This breed produces the highest...

GOAT MASTITIS 101 If you are keeping goats, especially breeding goats, you will probably encounter mastitis sooner rather than later. Mastitis is inflammation of the mammary glands, often the cause of bacteria. If you have a goat with this condition, first ensure she is eating and being given lots of love and support. Many times, the new mother will lose her appetite, which is common. However, if she stops eating, the condition will quickly take her downhill. To help get your goat back on track, penicillin shots twice daily for five to seven days should be administered. If the Mastitis is severe, the treatment period of antibiotics may need to be extended. Keep in mind that if the Mastitis appears...

Goat MASTITIS 101 If you are keeping goats, especially breeding goats, you will probably encounter mastitis sooner rather than later. Mastitis is inflammation of the mammary glands, often the cause of bacteria. If you have a goat with this condition, first ensure she is eating and being given lots of love and support. Many times, the new mother will lose her appetite, which is common. However, if she stops eating, the condition will quickly take her downhill. To help get your goat back on track, penicillin shots twice daily for five to seven days should be administered. If the Mastitis is severe, the treatment period of antibiotics may need to be extended. Keep in mind that if the Mastitis appears...

Goat farming can be a very profitable business when handled properly. Worldwide, farmers are adding goats to the list of animals they take care of because goats are easy to tend, quick to reproduce, and stock flow is fast. But there are pitfalls that can lead to the bankruptcy of a goat farm. Here's how to raise goats for profit and how to avoid these pitfalls. How to raise goats for profit is easy. First, you must keep your goats healthy and strong. Build a big barn because these animals live in groups. They must also be allowed to roam, run around and have fun. If the goats are bred well, they become rarely sick and they usually produce better milk and meat. Keeping them healthy by making them...

When it comes to raising milk goats, there are certain things you must first know. The first step is knowing the proper location for your goats, make sure they have good housing. Keep the goats out of the rain and make sure they are in a safe environment. The next thing is know who you are buying from... If you buy from a total stranger there is a chance you could get a dud... Find someone who sells goats and then find people who have bought from that person, there are also some ways to tell if a goat is healthy or not, you might want to learn this before going out or jumping into raising milk goats in general. Another thing you should have straightened out beforehand is the medical set up... Be...

Are you looking into the prospect of raising livestock in order to earn extra money? If you are, then you should really look into raising goats for profit. Goats, compared to other types of livestock, aside from being easier to take care of, can yield an assortment of different products that you can market ranging from milk to fur. In particular, it's the meat goats that have the potential to rake in the serious money. Goat meat is now becoming the new substitute for beef as it has a very low fat content. And since many people are now acquiring a new taste for international cuisine, goat meat is now in demand, especially with people who are incorporating it in their daily dishes. The reason why many...

For those who have goats as pets it is very important for them to take care of these pets. They need very particular feed, not the rubbish you often associate with 'goats will eat anything'. A pet goat also needs good shelter for all seasons and fencing to keep it healthy. There are also many goat health problems that you need to be aware of, and prevent in advance. For such extensive care there are many books, manuals, and websites etc. that provide tips for complete goat care. These sources guide you to keep your goats in the best of health. A good manual would even help you to start your own goat farm with healthy goats. And thus you would generate more profits as a goat farmer. And if you have...

Goat farming plays a vital role in the economy of farmers. This farming activity of keeping goats for their produce is centuries old. Adopting the modern and scientific methods of farming is essential for the farmers. Demand for goat products indicates farming prospects are good for the future. There are some of the essential tips to be followed by the farmers before starting keeping goats. Initially choose the kind of farming you require. Goat farming can be started for various purposes. Selling goats milk is one kind of business which the farmer might focus. He can trade goats milk and it's by products to the customers. Another reason for farming is to sell goats meat or to raise and sell goats...

Thinking of keeping goats? Goat raising presents its own set of intricacies from the care of other livestock like sheep. However, the difficulties you will encounter can be mitigated by the proper facilities. The goat's ruminant nature is actually the most challenging facet of keeping goats. The animal will not be tied down to one spot. Blocked off from the outdoors, it will continually challenge its pen by finding means of escape either through jumping or craftily unlocking enclosures. Hence, the fence is of the utmost importance. Smooth wire, grounded with 1 joule of electricity per 9,656 meters or roughly 6 miles, will provide a good barrier to condition the goats from their proclivities of...

During the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries sea traveling explorers and merchants deliberately released goats and hogs on off shore islands along their routes to establish feral populations that could be used as sources of fresh meat on future trips. These animals thrived on these islands because the islands did not have predators. Trying to develop a meat goat adapted to the warm, humid climate of New Zealand, Garrick Batten developed the Kiko breed by crossing feral goats found in New Zealand, with dairy goats (Toggenberg, Saanen, Nubian, and Alpine.) He began selecting feral goats from all districts of New Zealand. He selected for rapid growth, hardiness under range conditions, resistance to hoof...

Have you thought of keeping goats as pets? One of the best rewards when keeping pets is to find that an animal has a personality beneath its system of instincts and habits. Asides from their preferences for off-the-wall things, some owners choose exotic pets in order to find intelligence in the otherwise wild nature of their pets. Now, if personality is involved, people choose dogs because of being our default buddies. But if you're going to choose a pet based on this criterion, why not choose friends who are so cool, they practically invented a style for beards? And besides being devoted vegetarians, they are also great hiking buddies! Imagine goats as pets. The goat companionship is different from...

Demand for products related to goats is an indication about good prospects in goat farming. There are some important facts that you have to keep in mind, while you start goat farming. You can opt either diary goat farming, which solely focuses on milk production, or meat goat farming that deals with production of meat. Decide the number of goats you want to have in the farm, relative to the overall space in the farm. Goat housing is an important aspect in goat farming. Location with low as well as hilly areas that are away from highway and boasts of good irrigation, quality air, tree shades etc is suitable for goat housing. Goat housing must have good height so that goats can stand tall. There...

Boer goats are known to be the best meat-producing breed in the world. These large-bodied creatures produce the highest meat yield per animal and, therefore, are given a higher carcass value than the other goat breeds. Additionally, people find that raising Boer goats is more productive because meticulous cross-breeding efforts can also yield animals with higher quality of meat. Goat farmers also like raising Boer goats because these animals can adapt to almost any kind of location and environment, and their reproductive rate is unsurpassed by the other goat breeds. If you are thinking about raising Boer goats as a business venture, here are a few things to consider. 1. Housing and fencing. Boer...

Raising meat goats can be an extremely rewarding experience, not to mention profitable. Raising goats however will require you tom know certain things to ensure that you goats are healthy, well taken care of and are not sickly. A good goat farming technique for raising meat goats is a lot of space for them to be free. Crammed spaces will result in overcrowding, which will make it difficult for the goats to walk around, which will limit the amount of exercise that they get. Small places might also increase the stress levels for the goats, which might result in them getting sickly. The best way to gauge if the area you have for breeding will be adequate is by allocating 1 to 2 acres of space per goat...

If you are going to get into raising boer goats you should first be sure that you have everything you need so that you don't run into any problems along the way... The first thing to know is that boer goats are large and mainly used for their meat. If this is why you're getting them you should have everything set up on where you're going to sell the meat and where to get the best goats... Do not from from complete strangers, make sure you first hear a few good reviews from past customers... If you don't know anyone then it would be in your best interest to at least try and find another goat owner, it's better to put the work in know then to later find out you bought a dud. You can also save yourself...

Boer goats are known to be the best meat-producing breed in the world. These large-bodied creatures produce the highest meat yield per animal and, therefore, are given a higher carcass value than the other goat breeds. Additionally, people find that raising Boer goats is more productive because meticulous cross-breeding efforts can also yield animals with higher quality of meat. Goat farmers also like raising Boer goats because these animals can adapt to almost any kind of location and environment, and their reproductive rate is unsurpassed by the other goat breeds. If you are thinking about raising Boer goats as a business venture, here are a few things to consider. 1. Housing and fencing. Boer...

Goat's Rue - Galega officinalis COMMON NAMES Goat's rue, French lilac LATIN NAME Galega officinalis FAMILIES Leguminosae Fabaceae PARTS USED Flower, leaf, stem, seed DESCRIPTION Goat's Rue is a bushy perennial with has erect, hollow, smooth, branching stems which may reach five feet tall. Its bright green compound leaves consist of 13 to 17 lance-shaped leaflets, each one to two inches long. Goat's Rue flowers range in color from lilac to white, grow in spikes and produce red-brown seedpods in the autumn that can hold 2 to 6 kidney-shaped seeds. HABITAT Goat's rue is indigenous to central and southern Europe, Russia, Japan, and Asia Minor. It is naturalized and widely cultivated in Britain. It grows...

Goats are traditionally classified as farm animals until the turn of the century when some people who love exotic pets chose goats as house companion. Raising goats as pets may sound odd but goats traveled long to get to their status today. About 10,000 years ago, goats were mainly domesticated animals. They are kept by Neolithic farmers as source of food - meat and milk - and useful materials such as clothing, utensils. The goats dung was used for making fuel. Raising goats as pets at home is no longer news to the circle of exotic pet lovers but these people have good reasons to want them at home. One of the good characteristics that appeal to pet lovers is that goats are naturally friendly...

What do you expect from your goat meat operation? Most people establish a goat meat operation with small financial planning. Goats are fun animals. It’s enjoying to set out on expeditions to get a few, and they reproduce. When the apprehension hits that you are expending significant time caring for a small amount of goats selling excess kids, it’s alluring to rationalize it by increasing into a profitable operation. Before doing it, attempt to establish what you anticipate from this venture, and explore the possibility of this anticipation. How much profit do you wish to make? Enough to add to the taxes of your land? Or, enough to give up your day job and sustain yourself on this business. What...

Grazing goats and cattle together, will produce more meat per acre than grazing either species alone. Cattle and goats prefer different species of forages. Goats will eat many species of plants that cattle will not eat such as spouts, greenbrier, hackberry, black berry, ragweed, golden rod, kudzu, and lespedeza. In pastures stocked only with cattle these plants become "weeds" robbing the cattle forages of moisture and nutrients. Because they are not grazed, they flourish and take over the pasture. Unless these "weeds" are controlled the land becomes less productive each year. They can be controlled with chemical herbicides but the herbicides are expensive. They also require expensive labor and fuel...

Discover a country jam fun festival, called "Goats, Music and More", with lots of activities and entertainment! What is the "Goats, Music and More Festival?" The Southeast Tourism Society has selected this festival as one of the top twenty events in the entire southeast region of the USA. This festival has grown from a few thousand its first year to over 17,000 attending from all 50 states, four countries, and 68 counties in Tennessee. This event takes place every year, usually in October, at Rock Creek Park in the town of Lewisburg, Tennessee. What activities can you find at this festival? You can find a variety of goats, be able to register goats, find goats for sale, meet soap makers, view...

This is a question I have heard for years since I got in the meat goat business. To me there is nothing else. The world population outside of the United States consumes goat meat on a daily basis much like we do with beef. Near 72% of the world population eats goat meat. All across the world goat meat is known to be lean, tender and healthy alternative to beef, poultry, pork and lamb. It has less in fat than the previous mentioned meats and actually is quite delicious. ABGA (American Boer Goat Association) has prepared a nutritional chart for comparison to goat meat.abga.org/nutritional.php Do to the Euro-Asian influence into the United States. This is one of the reasons demand has provided an...

Raising goats for meat does not need to be a very painful or expensive process... if you know how -- that is. Although goat meat farming can entail a lot of your time, the profits from this venture are indeed noteworthy. In order to successfully launch your goat farm, here are a couple of things you need to do first. 1. Choose goat breeds that you can take care of with minimal fuss. Most novice goat farmers immediately choose animals which they think will have higher meat yield. That choice could be favorable -- if you can make your farming practice work, that is. But the truth is: when it comes to raising goats for meat though, your first area of concern is the type of breed you can raise. Boers...

The practice of raising goats these days seems to be quite en vogue. Many people are trying their hand with raising these animals either as a commercial venture or simply as a way of introducing a new pet into the family. Needless to say, there is a huge difference between raising goats for profit and giving adopting a pet for your home. However, this article will try to cover some of the basic essentials to start on the right track successfully. How to raise goats tip #1: Try to get the breed of goats that will suit your needs. Farming goats could mean for meat, for fiber or for milk. It could also mean that you want to adopt one or more as pets. If you are choosing the former, try to choose goats...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS… "In terms of your life, 10 years is a fairly long time. In terms of the number of innovations and advances in software and hardware, it's an eternity and that's what's made my practice challenging and rewarding," said Plotkin. "The irony of hitting our 10-year anniversary at this time is that it coincides with perhaps the most important ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court pertaining to patents and our clients in the Bilski v. Kappos case."    In Bilski v. Kappos, the U.S. Supreme Court just affirmed that "business methods" can be patented in the U.S., and more generally affirmed that U.S. patent law allows useful "processes" to be patented. For some there was hope and for...

The hardest times are yet to come. Preparing for these hard times could be the most important task you do for yourself and for your family. What happens if you become disconnected from the electric grid? Will you be able to have a steadily reliable source of food that can ensure the health of your family? There is nothing like the feeling of living self sufficiently. Why pay the high prices of today's economy when you can make or build it yourself? Grow your own garden, build a greenhouse, raise chickens for eggs and meat, and milk your own dairy goats.   When you consider embarking on the journey to raise your own dairy goats, you'll want to factor in a few things.       1.  How much space do...

The majority of us like to have cute home pets. Pet goats like Nigerian goats are considered to be of western African breed, they are only 2 feet tall and a smaller kind of dairy goats that you might look after at home. The fine-looking and cute acts and original gestures of cute home pets are something quiet attractive for those who love to own pets. They can be normally taught and capable of walking for a restriction.  These are straightforward to be with any especially with children and old persons because they're endearing. There are kinds of assortment by way of shades like white, black, off white, scarlet and designs. You can find also certain roots wherein they have fair frosting on their...

To keep pets is a wonderful idea but one must always remember to take good care of the pet as it is a great responsibility just like taking care of your young one. People have their own choices of keeping a pet, they can keep either a pet dog, or a pet cat, or a pet bird, or a pet goat. There are a number of animals you can choose as your pet, but then if you really want to have a pet you must know how to take good care of a new member of your family as it completely depends on you for its proper health and growth. To keep a pet goat is an excellent idea as it is of great use to the owner. It is well known that ‘goat gives us milk', and to get a constant supply of fresh and wholesome goats milk...

Anyone with the right information can be good at goat keeping and raising goats for fun or profit. Keeping goats is never a tedious task because goats are unique and are never boring. They have charming personalities and are easy to raise if common sense is used when working them. Sheep and goats are entirely different animal species, with entirely different characteristics, nutritional requirements and environmental needs. Be sure to pay attention to the feed labels to make sure your goats are not getting the wrong feed by accident. Raw grain cannot be digested by wethers and bucks. Remember it can make them sick or even kill them. If you are just beginning goat farming, consult with a veterinarian...

Raising goats for profit is one of the most up and coming businesses of today. Everywhere you look there seems to be an increasing demand for many goat-related products. Apart from the meat itself, there is goat's milk which can be consumed as-is, or used in the production everything from artisan cheeses and yogurts to soaps and lotions! The goat fiber, also known as mohair or cashmere, is a very profitable renewable crop. To someone looking for a profitable business venture with a very low initial investment, raising goats for profit is one of the best options available. Step 1: Decide which type of production goat you are interested in: meat, fiber, dairy, or pet goats. Once you decide on the type...

Without a doubt, goat farming is one of the more profitable businesses these days. Aside from selling fresh and processed meats in the markets, there is also goat milk that can be harvested and sold fresh or used as ingredients to other food items (e.g. candy, cheese, yogurt, etc.) and skin care products (e.g. lotions, soaps and creams.) Fibers from these animals also yield wool, mohair and cashmere wool; and there are now farms that raise and sell docile goats as pets. If you are thinking about raising goats as a business venture, here are 5 guide to raising goats tips you might want to consider. Guide to raising goats tip #1: Consider what kind of production you want to get into. Would you like to...

Meat goats are distinctively different from their dairy counterparts. Although there are some breeds that can be used for milk and meat production, in general however they are separated because of their unique characteristics. A large variety of goats fall under the meat category ranging from Boer goats and the Tennessee Fainting Goats to the Kiko goats and the Spanish Goats. In order to gauge the best quality meat it is important to be aware of the meat breed characteristics standards. Based on these standards you will find that only 3 of these are true breeds for meat production. The Boer most definitely tops the list along with the Kikos and the Tenessee Fainting Goats. The Spanish on the other...

When it comes to setting up your very one goat farm, knowledge in raising goats is definitely key. If you want to be able to raise healthy goats, you should first prepare yourself by gathering all the information you need. Goats can be fascinating creatures to keep, and as long as you have all the necessary tools, their proper care and maintenance can be a breeze. Here are just some of the facts you need to know about raising goats. Raising Goats Fact #1: Different goat breeds require different levels of care Although it's easy to mistake one for another, you should understand there are over 300 breeds known today, more than half of which is bred to produce milk, meat or fur for today's consumers...

The Craigslist 'For Sale' section consists of various subdivisions one of which is the Farm and Garden. Here is a list of what you are likely to find there. Cattle and Farm animals Farmers who wish to buy goats, horses, cows, ducks, chicken, and even rabbits, can use the Craigslist search to find both pets and farm animals for sale. Craigslist is the best place to buy even cats, dogs and fish. Farming Guides and Camps Many farmers proffer summer camps, farming guidance, local trips and tours to children to give them an idea about farming life. Such shows are usually advertised and using the Craigslist search program, the details such as entry fee, venue, schedule, and duration can be gathered. Farm...

-link"> Sustainability is the name of the game these days.  Many people want to do their part help ensure a long life for the planet.  Some people choose to drive electric cars while others may ditch their cars entirely for zero emission bicycles.  Families growing their own fruits and vegetables, even raising goats for milk and chickens for their eggs, are becoming increasingly more common.  Of course, growing fruits and vegetables may also just be a part of establishing a beautiful garden for the home.  There are certainly those that grow gardens simply for the sake of aesthetics and for their own peace of mind.  They may not even think about the positive impact they have on the environment...

With the ever increasing expenses, one needs to be smart in coming up with ways on how to generate income. One business, raising goats, has since become a popular way to be financially stable. Unlike poultry or other animals, goats are relatively easy to take care of. They can survive with the least supervision as long as they are safe against the weather and they are provided with enough food and water. How does one earn a living out of raising goats? First, it is a fact that goats are a major contender in the field of milk production. Goat milk is more favored by many over cow milk because the former is easier to digest. Thus, goat milk is more advisable to drink among babies and sick people. You...

If you're famous, like Mick Jagger or Robert Scoble or Madonna, write it and they will come. You can write about anything you want, and lots of people will read it. Unfortunately, you my friend are probably not famous, just like I'm not. If we write on whatever we find interesting and exciting, it's unlikely many other people will have matching interests. Oh some may find your posts on the advances of bowling ball technology fascinating, but they probably won't care for your extensive coverage of laptop battery time extension techniques or any details of your belly button lint collection. And the belly button lint aficionados probably find bowling balls and batteries boring. In other words, it's NOT...

Gladys K. Mwiti, M.A., a counseling psychologist, is the Founder and Execute have Director of Oasis Counseling and Training Institute in Nairobi, Kenya. In addition to her work at Oasis, Gladys is the Chairman of the Christian Counselors Association of Kenya. Her husband, Gershon, is the national team leader of African Enterprise, an indigenous African counseling ministry. Gladys and Gershon have three daughters and one son. At the 1997 AACC World Conference in November, I spent some time with Gladys, talking about her pioneer work in Kenya. Tell me about yourself, your background, and how you encountered God. I was born in Meru District in Kenya, which is near the snow-capped, northern slopes of Mt...

People don't usually raise sheep for pets and to some the idea is kind of "out there." However, if you are one of those unconventional pet owners or collectors, or you have a thing for farm animal pets, or you simply want something wooly and says "baaaa," then we can't blame you-love for pets should be universal, what ever kind they may be. Sheep are generally good natured animals and can be good pets for children and the disabled. Raising sheep as pets teaches responsibility and to some may also be a good companions for the lonely. Here are some tips on how to raise sheep as pets: • First is to consider your finances. Raising sheep as pets is easy to manage because they aren't difficult to...

Since biblical times different breeds of goats have provided milk, meat, skins and lots of fun to the people who owned them. No modern homestead would be complete without at least two of these delightful animals in the backyard farm. But how do you choose which kind you want? This brief outline will help you pick the right type for you. What's Important To You? Are you primarily interested in milk, or do you want to join the growing number of folks who raise Boers for meat? Or are you interested primarily in mohair? Making this decision early on will help you choose the right one for you. Dairy Breeds - Nubian Nubians are popular because their milk has the highest content of butterfat. They can be...

Whether you are a farmer with many acres of land or just a small land owner, if you are looking for an easy, fun and hardy pet for your yard, consider the pygmy goat. They make great pets! First found in Africa and originally known as Cameroon dwarf goats, they were imported into the United States in the early 1950s to be displayed in zoos and used in research facilities. Because of their friendly personalities and ease of care, they quickly became popular with private breeders. In fact, pet pygmies have been likened to having dogs as pets since they can be affectionate and will bond with their human companions. Some people have even house-trained them! They are smaller than most goats, growing to...

For some people Mohair Throws represent a stylish and luxurious accessory for your bedroom or lounge. For others, it sounds like a different language. In this article we unravel a few facts about Mohair throws. Does Mohair come from a Mo? In Dr Suess books, a 'Mo' would no doubt be responsible for leaving 'Mo hair' on the sofa, but the answer is no. Mohair is from the very silky hair of an Angora goat, and according to Wikipedia, the word has been in use for centuries, and Mohair is one of the oldest textile fibres in use. Where are Mohair Goats found, and how is it harvested? Although suspected to originate in Tibet, until about 1850, the main producer of these goats was the Ankara region, in...

Goats belong to the same family as sheep and cattle, the bovidae family. There are over 60 breeds in the world, but only a few of these are common in North America. The breeds can be divided into two groups, mohair goats and milk goats. The mohair group includes the Angora goat, whose wool is well known as a material for sweaters. Breeds of milk goats include the Toggenburg, Saanen, Nubian, and French Alpine. Texas is the leading goat-producing state. The bovidae raising area of Texas is the south central region known as the Edwards Plateau. This is rugged grazing land, thinly covered by grass, cedar, and small oak trees, with a large amount of brush. The brush is of no value as food for other...

There is not much issue with raising goats as pets. Because it doesn't present a sanitary or hygiene risk to the residential area. Just as long as you are aware to care for them and know the basic principles of raising goats. Unfortunately, some are not aware there are hundreds of different goat breeds and about all, if not all, goats are domesticated either for their milk, coat or meat and are virtually harmless and do not put whatever any toxic menace to mankind. The virtually only menace these creatures may have with the locals in residential areas are the feasible nuisance they could cause is the incessant bleating when they are hungry. Besides that, these critters are shy and serene beasts...