Goats are intense herd animals. A lone goat will become depressed, stressed, and will likely spend all day screaming for company. You must get at least two. If you don’t want a whole herd, two "wethers" (castrated males) make the best low-maintenance pets. 2. Choose the Right Breed
Famous for their long, floppy ears and "vocal" personalities. They are larger and can be quite loud. 3. Fencing is Your Biggest Challenge buying a goat for a pet
If you have the space, the budget for fencing, and don't mind a pet that might try to jump on your car or eat your rosebushes, they are incredibly rewarding companions. Goats are intense herd animals
Getting a pet goat is an exciting move toward a more "homestead" lifestyle, but it’s a bit more involved than getting a dog. They are quirky, affectionate, and hilarious, but they have very specific needs to stay healthy and happy. If you don’t want a whole herd, two
Many common landscaping plants (like Azaleas and Rhododendrons) are highly toxic and can be fatal to goats. 5. Maintenance Checklist
Small, colorful, and very friendly. They are popular as pets because they are manageable and produce high-butterfat milk if you eventually want a dairy goat.
They don't actually eat tin cans. They are "browsers" (like deer), preferring brush, weeds, and leaves over grass.