How to Raise Goats [Paperback]

Carol Amundson (Author)

Book Description

Series: How to Raise... | Publication Date: April 15, 2008

As pets or livestock, goats are increasingly popular animals on farms large and small. Easier and cheaper to keep than many larger animals, they will keep a pony company, pull a cart, and produce the perfect milk for many artisan cheeses or meat for some of the most up-and-coming ethnic cuisines. For anyone thinking of acquiring a goat or starting a herd--for whatever reason--this book is an essential resource. Written by an authority on goat breeding and behavior, this approachable guide covers every component of raising goats for fun or profit, meat or milk. Beginning with the basics--history and behavior, types and breeds--Carol Amundson answers all of a prospective owners questions about getting a goat, from land requirements and regulations to choosing or assessing particular animals or breeds. In a clear and engaging way, she goes into the details of housing and feeding, breeding and milking, training and showing, transporting and marketing goats of all kinds--as well as the dos and donts of keeping them healthy from birth to old age. Concise, complete, and easy-to-use, this is a reference that no goat owner should be without.

Editorial Reviews

Review

... this book is a wonderful introduction to the art/science of goat raising.  This beautifully illustrated book touches on just about every issue you might worry about when considering entering our mysterious “caprine world…I think this is a wonderful book for anyone who is wondering if they are up to the challenge of keeping a goat herd. But its added strength is in its list of resources for in-depth research. Published by Voyageur Press, this book will reach the mainstream press and guide interested people to find more detailed information along their journey.

-- Ruminations, Summer 2009

 

…a no-nonsense, how-to manual that lives up to its title.  Full color photography and straightforward text accessible to readers of all backgrounds make How to Raise Goats an absolute “must-have” for anyone considering goat ownership.

--Midwest Book Review, April, 2009

Book Description

For anyone thinking of acquiring a goat or starting a herd--for whatever reason--this book is an essential resource. Written by an authority on goat breeding and behavior, this approachable guide covers every component of raising goats for fun or profit, meat or milk. Beginning with the basics--history and behavior, types and breeds--Carol Amundson answers all of a prospective owner’s questions about getting a goat, from land requirements and regulations to choosing or assessing particular animals or breeds. She goes into the details of housing, feeding, breeding, milking, training, showing, transporting and marketing--everything a goat owner needs to know.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press; 1st edition (April 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076033157X
• ISBN-13: 978-0760331576
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,666 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #16 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Agricultural Sciences > Sustainable Agriculture
  • #49 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Agricultural Sciences > Animal Husbandry

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From a longtime goat farmer who explains all the pros and cons of goat-raising, June 16, 2009

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

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Whether you're raising goats for milk or meat or have them as pets, HOW TO RAISE GOATS provides an excellent survey covering everything from choosing among breeds to proper care, feeding, and keeping a herd healthy. Rural collections in particular will find patrons interested in these specifics, coming from a longtime goat farmer who explains all the pros and cons of goat-raising.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, overall information, March 17, 2009

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Patrick Beart "Elvish" (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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"Pet" focus with a "Farm" emphasis!

A reasonably broad topic book, with a very nice introduction to the choosing/breeding/raising areas and some great photo-to-text reinforcement. This book covers the general information well. Especially good as a general guide.

The photos and illustrations make the book. Well put together!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for all ages, November 11, 2009

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B. Allen (Arlington, WA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: How to Raise Goats (Paperback)

I have a 4-H group that is always wanting more information on goats, specifically dairy goats. This book gives a wide variety of information and has great pictures for visualization. I would highly recommend this book for beginner to intermediate knowledge on goats. It is current and offers information in a different way than you might get from Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats. (another book I would recommend)