Buyer question
How long does a Sable goat live?
Our Animal Library gives the Sable goat a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Sable goat page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Sable goat in the Animal Library
The detail
Sables are colored Saanens, carrying the same Swiss dairy build and heavy milk production in black, brown, grey or patterned coats. ADGA recognized them as their own breed in 2005, and they suit owners who want high milk volume.
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Protect from strong sun)
- Origin
- Switzerland, US-recognized
- Best fit
- Dairies, family milk
- Temperament
- Calm, gentle
What to weigh
Sables give a lot of milk, which means twice-daily milking and a high feed bill during lactation. Light-skinned animals can sunburn, and bucks are large and strong in rut.