Every once in a while someone contacts me through the blog
to ask if I sell cashmere goats.
Yes and no. I don't breed with an eye to selling stock - if I did, I would be routinely breeding all my does, which I don't - so I rarely have goats to sell. But right now I do. So I thought I'd just mention it here in case anyone is interested or would like to pass the information along.
I know each of my goats very well, and am happy to provide my opinion on which goats would be suitable for a particular home and "job"...such as invasive plant control, giving a handspinner some very nice fiber to play with, or providing companionship and entertainment.
My email address is linked in my profile, and is the easiest way to send specific questions about my goats. For general information about cashmere and caring for cashmere goats, this link to the Cashmere Goat Association website is very helpful.
Thanks!
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If it were me I know I couldn't part with a single one. You're a better person than I!!
ReplyDeleteIt isn't an easy decision for me, but sometimes I really think a particular pair or small group could be happier in a different situation. There's a reason I call this place The Cloud Harvest Cashmere Social Club!
DeleteSad to see any of your herd go, but I understand animal management.
ReplyDeleteYes. If I had more land here, I would have more goats.
DeleteIf it was up to the goats, then I think they'd be thinking similar for land as they look into the woods.
ReplyDeleteI should clarify - the goats would need more open land, for browsing. But even if I wanted to clear woodland for them, there is no more land to be had in my present location. The only abuttor with acreage - and it is forested -
ReplyDeletewill not sell an inch.
Of course whoever buys your goat is getting so much more than just a goat. I love that you added "for companionship" because these guys really do worm their way into your heart. If I lived in the country ... (one day!)
ReplyDeleteWendy
PS thanks for leaving comments on my blog, I've been very negligent in replies and keeping up with everyone lately, but your comments mean a lot to me ;)
You are very welcome - I love comments, too :)
DeleteMy own blogging/blogreading has been in chunks with gaps between lately, so I understand! And your comment made me wonder if people realize that I usually respond to previous comments the next time I put up a new post...maybe I'd better mention that!
Oh, it's so hard selling animals, especially goats! Here's hoping for excellent homes for them.
ReplyDeleteThanks, it is hard as you know first-hand. Personally, though, I wouldn't say "especially" goats; quality of life is pretty much the foundation of all decision-making here.
DeleteI know that you'll find them good homes... and will love them no matter what.
ReplyDeleteI haven't been feeling great since our trip - so I've been falling behind on blogs. Sorry to be absent.
Believe me, I understand perfectly!
DeleteIn the wooded lands of southern Missouri we have a small place (25 acres or so in pasture) of rolling pasture with smallish wooded space on one end, a reliable spring fed pond and well away from city lights, etc. We've been hoping to find an appropriate breeding pair and were excited to see your pictures and blogging. We are only interested in enjoying the critters and perhaps spinning a bit of their coat on a lovely old Frank Fell spinning wheel from time to time ... we're not at all interested in eating our 4 legged friends nor sell any of them for meat. The mare aside, the only other critters on the place are a handful of Scottish highlanders that eat out of our hands.I believe we could keep your friends happy, health and well cared for if you are still feeling inclined to investigate. Please let us know if that would be a possibility ... Thanks ... Norma and Russ
ReplyDeleteHi Norma and Russ - your place sounds like a bit of Paradise! I don't know how to reach you, so will answer briefly here.
DeleteA "breeding pair" doesn't really work well for goats, as you can't keep the bucks and does together and goats need other goats for companionship. So you'd have to start with at least 2 does in one area and 2 bucks (or a buck and a companion wether) in a separate area, and separated by 2 fences for safety. Since you say you are interested only in enjoying the animals, I would suggest buying a couple of bonded goats (does and daughters, or some combination of does and wethers). If and when you decide to raise goats, that will be the time to arrange a visit by (or to) a buck. Feel free to email me (q.piper at hotmail dot com) if you wish. And I am a bit jealous about your Highland Cattle - long been a favorite! :)