Buyer question
Is a Pygora goat good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Pygora goat 4 out of 5 for beginners (good small fiber goat).
Source: the Pygora goat page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Pygora goat in the Animal Library
The detail
Pygoras are a fiber goat bred in Oregon from Pygmy and Angora goats, with a registry since 1987. They grow soft mohair, cashmere-like down or a mix, and their small size and friendly nature make them popular with handspinners.
- Temperament
- Friendly, curious
- Best fit
- Handspinners, small farms
- Energy
- 3 out of 5 (Curious and busy)
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Needs cover after shearing)
What to weigh
Fleece must be sheared or combed once or twice a year, and freshly shorn goats need shelter from cold and rain. Like all goats they need a companion and secure fencing.