Buyer question
Is a Nubian goat good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Nubian goat 4 out of 5 for beginners (good if noise is OK).
Source: the Nubian goat page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Nubian goat in the Animal Library
The detail
Nubians were developed in England from British and African or Indian goats, and they are known for long ears and a Roman nose. They give rich, sweet milk and are among the most popular dairy goats, and among the loudest.
- Temperament
- Affectionate, vocal
- Best fit
- Family milk, 4-H
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (Active and talkative)
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Heat tolerant)
What to weigh
Nubians are famously loud, which can bother close neighbors. They give less volume than Alpines or Saanens, though with more butterfat.