OUR BUCKS
Courtsey of the NIgerian Dairy Goat Association
Origin of the Nigerian Dairy Goat
The Nigerian Dwarf Dairy goat is a miniature dairy goat of West African origin that were originally called Pygmy's or possibly the West African Dwarf goats. These little goats were primarily used as food and were brought over on the ships, many years ago, as a meat source for the large cats that were being delivered to zoo's. Some of these small goats made the trip unharmed and were left at the zoo's as an added attraction. Some ended up at Glady's Porter Zoo in Brownsville Texas. After a few years there were some distinct differences developing within the herd. Some stayed stocky much like the meat goats they were used for and others were developing more dairy characteristics. The goats showing the most dairy character were used by a handful of dedicated breeders to develop a new breed, the Nigerian Dwarf.
The dairy characteristics of the Nigerian has become more defined over the last 20+ years as well as focusing more on higher milk production.
The Nigerian has also been enjoying a rise in popularity due to their small size, colorful markings, dairy characteristics and their wonderful easy temperament. Their small stature means they do not require as much space or feed as their larger dairy goat counterparts. Their gentle nature and friendly personalities make them good companion pets and 4 H project animals for the younger children.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has also approved the Nigerian Dwarf Goat as a livestock dairy goat, which makes them eligible for youth 4H and FFA projects.
The milk they produce is also higher in butterfat and has a sweeter taste.
The Nigerian Goat Temperament
Nigerian goats are gentle, loveable and playful. Their calm, even temperament and engaging personalities make them suitable companions for all, including children, the disabled and the elderly. Even breeding bucks are handled easily. They make wonderful pets and great animal projects for young children in 4H or FFA. Owners often find their Nigerian goats blend in with other farm animals and do not need special quarters; they do require adequate fencing that will be able to contain them due to their small size. Many Nigerian goats share pastures peacefully with other livestock such as cattle, horses, llamas and donkeys.
Maestro
Polled
Color: Cream with heavy moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Buffalo Clover Val Maestro
Reg#: ADGA D1902445P *DNA*
AGS: D-93878H
DOB: 3-17-17
POLLED
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Buffalo Clover Sugar Daddy
Sire: GCH Buffalo Clover Valentino ++B *S EEE91
GrDam: SG Five Alarm Sophia Loren *D +VVV85
GrSire: Wood Haven Farms Krugerrand
Dam: PGCH Buffalo Clover Mandy +VV+84
GrDam: PGCH Bluebonnet Farms Molly
Calvary *B
Color: Gold with little white, moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Sinai Thunder O Calvary *B
Reg#: ADGA D1956701 *DNA*
AGS: D93855
DOB: 3-31-18
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Cedar View Josephus +*B +EV85
Sire: Cedar View Olivero +*B VEV88
GrDam: SGCH Cedar View Isabella 4*M EEEE91
GrSire: SG Rosasharn MR General +*B VVE89
Dam: Helmstead Minis GB Melee 1*M VEEE90
GrDam: Olson Acres Princess Wolfgang +EE+85
Heat Wave *B
Color: Gold and White Pinto
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Owlhaven MH Heat Wave *B
Reg#: ADGA *DNA*
DOB: 1-5-17
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Twin Creeks BW Montego Bay *S
Sire: SG Algedi Farm MB Manuka Honey *B VG88
GrDam: SGCH Rosasharn's UMT Tupelo Honey 4*D EEEE91
GrSire: SG Castle Rock Cleveland Sage *B
Dam: Castle Rock Ice Storm 3*M
GrDam: GCH Castle Rock Snownamie 2*M VEEE90
Percy
Color: Silver Chamois
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Flat Rock's Sir Perceval
Reg#: ADGA D1954527P *DNA*
AGS: D-93873H
DOB: 4-4-18 POLLED
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Irish Whisper Harry Potter
Sire: Flat Rock's Expecto Patronum
GrDam: Flat Rock's Mythril Silver
GrSire: Flat Rock's Fox Fire
Dam: Flat Rock's Carmen SanDiego
GrDam: Flat Rock's Double Jeopardy
Polled
Storm *B
Color: Black, White Poll and Chin, Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Sinai Thunder O Black Storm *B
Reg#: ADGA: D2012365 *DNA*
DOB: 3-23-19
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Cedar View Josephus +EV85
Sire: SG Cedar View Olivero *B VEV88
GrDam: SGCH Cedar View Isabella 4*M EEEE91
GrSire: Sinai Thunder V Agnus Dei +*B
Dam: Sinai Thunder Evening Primrose 2*M VVEE87
GrDam: CapraKoza SG Guns and Roses 1*M VEEE90
