Buyer question
How long does a Saanen goat live?
Our Animal Library gives the Saanen goat a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Saanen goat page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Saanen goat in the Animal Library
The detail
Saanens come from Switzerland and are the largest dairy goat breed, all white or cream. They are known for high milk volume and a calm, gentle nature, often called the Holstein of the goat world.
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Sun sensitive)
- Origin
- Switzerland
- Best fit
- High-volume home dairy
- Temperament
- Gentle, placid
What to weigh
Pale skin burns easily and they struggle in intense sun without shade. Butterfat is lower than Nubians or Nigerians, so the milk is lighter.