FAQs

No, the area does not need to be fenced. However, we must be able to set up temporary fencing to keep the goats contained and safe in the area you want cleared.

Yes, goats do not like to be out in the rain - and will not eat very much! If the rain is any more than a light drizzle, the goats will not be working. Start dates may be delayed, and if the project is already underway, the goats will be brought home to wait out the rain.

In both private and public settings, we ask that dogs are kept on leash and under control at all times around the goats. Any lunging, sudden movements, or barking will distress them and distract them from their jobs.

No, the goats do not smell! Our herd is almost entirely female (does) with a few fixed males (wethers). The "smell" most people are worried about comes from intact males (bucks), which are not in our herd.

Yes, there are certain plants that goats cannot eat. Plants that are toxic to them include rhododendron, azalea, laurel, yew, and a few other ornamental waxy leafy plants. If we are unable to remove or fence off the toxic plants, we will not be able to bring the goats in. Ingesting these plants will make the goats very sick and can lead to life threatening situations.

We ask that the public does not interact with the goats whatsoever. Please do not feed, call out, stand directly at the fence line, or try to pet the goats. The public is more than welcome to watch quietly and take photos from a distance. Thank you for helping keep our goats safe!

The goats are fenced in with electric fencing that delivers a powerful shock when touched. If any coyotes try to get close, one touch to the electric fence will send them running! However, if you live in an area that is plentiful with coyotes that travel in packs, please let us know as we may need to implement stronger safety measures if the goats will be staying overnight.

Goats poop is small and pellet like, much similar to deer and rabbit poop. Goats poop as they move throughout the day so it gets spread around evenly. Goat poop is an excellent fertilizer. It is full of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium which are essential for healthy vegetation growth. As the droppings decompose they improve soil structure and promote healthy soil biology.

Yes! Goats enjoy eating all these invasive plants.

No, the goats are not loud - you will hardly notice they are there! However, the goats will become vocal if disturbed by dogs or people, when they are playing with each other, and when their caretakers come to visit them.

The area needs to be free of any major hazards, and needs to be clear of any trash or other objects that the goats could possibly ingest. There cannot be any loose screws/nails that they could possibly step on or other garbage that they could end up eating. The health and safety of our goats comes first and your area needs to be up to our standards to keep them safe. If the area is not up to our standards, a hourly cleaning fee will be added to your invoice.

If the weather is suitable and there is an adequate place for the goats to tuck in for the night, we will leave them overnight. We typically like it to be at least 10 degrees celsius overnight for them to stay. If the goats are spending the night, we will come check on them twice a day every day. Once in the early morning and once right before they get settled into bed for the night.