These are general guidelines only. Please consult with Dr. Massie, Dr. O’Brien, Dr. Hausler or Dr. Burke to determine your goat’s specific needs.

Vaccinations:

• –CD & T vaccine
• -Initial vaccination at 8 and 12 weeks, followed by an annual booster.
• -Rabies vaccine
• -Initial vaccination at 12 weeks, followed by an annual booster.

(Pregnant does should receive their annual booster 30 days before their anticipated kidding date.)

Deworming Schedule:

• -Kids should be dewormed every four weeks until six months of age.
• -Adult deworming schedule varies with environment. McMasters fecal test is recommended.

Hoof Trimming:

• -Goats should have their hooves trimmed a minimum of twice yearly. Many goats will require more frequent trimming.

Available herd health testing:

• -Tuberculosis
• -Annually for accreditation, if desired.
• -Brucellosis
• -Annually for certification, if desired.
• -Caprine Arthritis and Encephalitis.
• -Caseous Lymphadenitis.

Pregnancy Testing:

• –Rectal ultrasound can confirm pregnancy 35 days post breeding.
• -Trans-abdominal ultrasound (more typical) can confirm pregnancy 75 –100 days post breeding.