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.
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Color: Chamoise with Some White
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Zanzabeez River On The Rocks +B
Reg#: ADGA D1851392 *DNA*
DOB: 03/17/2017
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Dill's BJ Player
Sire: Dill's PL Patron *B
GrDam: Dill's TS Tequila Sunrise VEEE 90
GrSire: Zanzabeez BCR Burnt To A Crisp
Dam: Zanzabees BC At The River's End
GrDam: Irish Whisper IM River Dance
Presley
Polled
Color: Black with Roaning, Some White, Moonspot
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Buffalo Clover MC Presley
Reg#: ADGA D2111485P *DNA*
DOB: 3-23-20
POLLED
Bloodlines:
GrSire: PGCH Little Tot's Estate Thalictrum +*B
Sire: CH Buffalo Clover Monte Carlo EEE91
GrDam: SG Five Alarm Sophia Loren *D +VVV85
GrSire: GCH Buffalo Clover Valentino ++B
Dam: CH Buffalo Clover Mojave VEEE 89
GrDam: Buffalo Clover Kalahari
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 D1836277 *DNA*
DOB: 1-5-17
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Twin Creeks BW Montego Bay ++*B
Sire: SG Algedi Farm MB Manuka Honey ++*B VG88
GrDam: SGCH Rosasharn's UMT Tupelo Honey 4*M 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
Elvis
Color: Black & Tan Swiss Marked
Eyes: Blue
Reg Name: Buffalo Clover PAR Elvis
Reg#: ADGA D2111487 *DNA*
DOB: 4-8-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Kae Bar TE Cad Coupe ++B
Sire: Buffalo Clover CC Paramour *B
GrDam: GCH Buffalo Clover Patches 3*M
GrSire: GCH Buffalo Clover Valentino ++B
Dam: CH Buffalo Clover VAL Fergie
GrDam: SG Buffalo Clover Lady Diana 2*M
Color: Light Gold, Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Sweet DD
Reg#: ADGA
DOB: 4-4-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Old Mountain Farm Nightshade
Sire: Sugar Moon N Moon Over Munson
GrDam: Sugar Moon O Summer-Fall
GrSire: Sugar Moon Viva Las Vegas
Dam: Sugar Moon V Praline
GrDam: Sugar Moon Nut-Ella
Ice
Color: Chocolate Caped White Buckskin
Eyes: Blue
Reg Name: Stayawhile GP Blue Ice Dragon *B
Reg#: ADGA D2104633 *DNA*
DOB: 4-22-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Stayawhile FIN Dash Cam Pro *B
Sire: Stayawhile DPC GoPro Or GoHome *B
GrDam: SG Minterbay HK Hope Solo 4*M
GrSire: Urban Acres MS Man In The Moon *B
Dam: SG MilkNKids MM Thin Ice Blues 1*M
GrDam: Goat ER Done PAL Vanilla Bean
