Welcome to Goats Authority
Your complete guide to raising healthy, happy goats — with practical advice on diet, health, breeding, housing, and everything in between.
Hey, I'm Jake Holloway. I've been raising goats for over a decade and I started Goats Authority because finding reliable, goat-specific care advice online is harder than it should be. Most sites give generic livestock advice that doesn't account for how different goats are from sheep or cattle.
We've published 399 articles covering every aspect of goat ownership — from "can my goat eat this?" to managing breeding programs and treating common health issues. Whether you're bringing home your first pair of kids or managing a herd of 50, the guides below will help.
Pick Your Path
Not sure where to start? Choose the category that fits your needs.
I Need Diet
Complete guides to what goats can and can't eat, from fruits and hay to kitchen scraps and toxic plants.
Explore Diet →I Need Health
Symptoms, treatments, deworming, vaccinations, and when to call the vet.
Explore Health →I Need Breeding
Breed selection, mating, genetics, reproduction, pregnancy, kidding, and raising kids from birth.
Explore Breeding →I Need Products
Goat milk, cheese, meat products, and recipes for humans.
Explore Products →I Need Housing
Barn design, fencing, shelter, bedding, and pasture management.
Explore Housing →I Need Training
House training, leash training, behavior correction, breed traits, and temperament.
Explore Training →Common Goat Questions
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Can My Goat Eat This?
163 articles covering every food from apples to zucchini, with safety ratings, portion sizes, and risks.
My Goat Seems Sick
Bloating, lethargy, limping, and other symptoms explained with causes and treatment options.
Breeding Questions
Cross-breeding compatibility, heat cycles, pregnancy signs, and kid care from day one.
Housing & Space Needs
Barn sizes, indoor vs outdoor living, fencing requirements, and house training options.
Vaccines & Prevention
CDT shots, rabies, deworming schedules, and preventive care to keep your herd healthy.
Milk & Dairy Questions
Milking without pregnancy, milk production, udder health, and dairy goat management.
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