Tripling the Herd

We've been looking for a goat friend for Bea just in case the horses aren't enough entertainment for her. I have been searching for little Nigerian Dwarf goats, as my fascination with miniature animals runs deep. Full-sized goats, dogs, horses and cattle are cute, but shrink 'em down and you've got the makings for your very own personal petting zoo! Our neighbors have two great goats and wanted them to have a little more sunshine and socialization, so they walked the goats over yesterday--no leashes--down the road two houses and that is how Peaches and Chewy arrived. (I didn't name them).

These two goats are as friendly with humans as Beatrice is, which is very lucky. We lucked out with them and are grateful that our neighbors trust us to take care of their pets. Peaches and Beatrice will be bred in the fall so we will have babies at the same time from both ladies. I'm so excited!

Bea is head butting Chewy

Beatrice and Peaches (a black French Alpine) love to play.
I think they have been head butting and chasing each other
since the two goats arrived.

Chewy (James) and Beatrice. Chewy is a Nubian goat; you can tell
because of those big floppy ears. Bea is flirting pretty hard!

This is Bea's classic move. Look at this girl: totally airborn!



Peaches and Bea taking a break