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The Importance of Vitamin A in Goats
Vitamin A is necessary for many functions in goats including reproduction, eye, skin, and bone health as well as immune function. It plays a surprising role in kid health as well!

Kendra R. Shatswell
Nov 21, 20259 min read


Hair Loss in Goats
Why does your goat have missing hair?
External parasites, nutritional issues, rubbing, or even fever can be blamed.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Jan 3, 20227 min read


Zinc for Goats: A Mineral Especially Important in Breeding Season
How much zinc does a goat need? Requirements and supplementing zinc in goats. Signs of deficiencies.

Kendra R. Shatswell
Aug 15, 20215 min read


Goats in the Cold Part One - How Goats Keep Warm Naturally and Supplemental Heat Options
How do goats keep warm naturally, and how can producers provide supplemental heat, if necessary?

Kendra R. Shatswell
Jan 1, 20216 min read
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