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 Even though I strongly believe that goat kids should be raised by a mom, there are times when that simply is not possible. A doe may have more kids than she can feed. A kid may be born too small or weak to be able to nurse. And on those rare occasions, a doe may reject one or more kids. So, if you find yourself with a bottle baby, what do you do? 

 Goats make great pets! And as more and more people look for ways to live sustainably and grow their own food, goats are a wonderful option for raising meat and milk, and you can harvest their fleece, as well. Whether you’re raising goats for food or as the smart, lovable pets they can be, you need to know a few things about caring for your herd. 

 Accidents and illnesses are inevitable, and so you need to be ready for common problems you’re likely to face as you raise goats, from stopping the bleeding from a hoof-trimming injury to giving injections to combat infections or illnesses. 

 Nigerian dwarf goats aren’t much different than other goat breeds when it comes to feeding them, with the exception that they will consume less feed.  Their small size means that they will consume about half as much feed as other breeds that are over twice their size. 

One of the biggest challenges with raising goats can be dealing with stomach worms. Some goats seem to never be bothered by them while others can become very ill if left untreated.

If your goats are dealing with extreme cases of stomach worms then I recommend calling a vet. But if you are focused more on maintenance and control then here are our favorite goat dewormers.

 It is a good idea to work with your veterinarian and determine what is right for your circumstances.