Spend time around goats and you’ll notice something peculiar: some have impressive, curved horns while others are completely hornless. This difference sparks curiosity among new goat owners. Do all goats have horns? Is it related to their breed or sex, or is there more to it? At Merry Meadows Farm, where...
Buck or Wether? Choosing the Right Male Goat for Your Herd
If you’re just starting your goatkeeping journey, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is which kind of male goat to bring into your herd. It might seem like a simple choice—after all, a goat is a goat, right?—but in reality, the decision between a buck and a wether will shape everything from...