Goat Beginner Friendly
Nigerian Dwarf
Dairy Goat from West Africa
Friendly, playful, social
Breed Stats
Purpose Milk
Size Small
Weight 60-80 lbs
Lifespan 15 years
Production & Purpose
Primary Purpose
Milk
Secondary Uses
Pets, showing, brush clearing
Production Rate
1-2 quarts milk/day
Housing & Care Requirements
Space Requirements
200 sq ft per goat minimum
Pros
- Small size
- high butterfat milk
- friendly
Cons
- Small teats harder to milk
- require companions
Breed Characteristics
Noise Level
Moderate
Climate
Adaptable to most climates
At a Glance
Origin West Africa
Weight 60-80 lbs
Size Small
Lifespan 15 years
Beginner Friendly
Temperament
Friendly, playful, social