Buyer question
Is a Nigerian Dwarf goat good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Nigerian Dwarf goat 5 out of 5 for beginners (top starter goat).
Source: the Nigerian Dwarf goat page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Nigerian Dwarf goat in the Animal Library
The detail
Nigerian Dwarfs are a miniature dairy goat with West African roots, developed as a breed in the US. They give small amounts of very rich milk and fit on a small lot, which makes them one of the most popular homestead goats.
- Temperament
- Friendly, social
- Best fit
- Small homesteads, milk
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (Playful and busy)
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Hardy for its size)
What to weigh
Small teats make hand milking slower, and they breed year-round, so bucks need their own pen. Like all goats they need a companion and good fencing.