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.
River
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+*B
Sire: Dill's PL Patron *B
GrDam: GCH Dill's TS Tequila Sunrise 4*M VEEE 90
GrSire: Zanzabeez BCR Burnt To A Crisp +B
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: SGCH Little Tot's Estate Thalictrum +*B
Sire: CH Buffalo Clover Monte Carlo EEE91
GrDam: SG Five Alarm Sophia Loren +VVV85
GrSire: GCH Buffalo Clover Valentino ++B
Dam: CH Buffalo Clover Mojave VEEE 89
GrDam: Buffalo Clover Kalahari
Crush
Color: White Chocolate Buckskin, Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Stayawhile WW Uncrushable
Reg#: ADGA D2153545 *DNA*
DOB: 1-15-21
Bloodlines:
GrSire: Fuji Farm ATS Mi Incentivo +B
Sire: Stayawhile TV Worth Watching
GrDam: Almar Acres WM Fireproof 5*M
GrSire: Stayawhile KJ Finale +*B
Dam: Stayawhile FIN Imagine If
GrDam: J-Nels L Bitter Sweet 2*M
Bisbee *B
Color: Coffee Buckskin, Heavy Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: DuckDawg Creek Bisbee
Reg#: ADGA D2145930 *DNA*
DOB: 12-30-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: SG Cedar View Olivero *B
Sire: Sinai Thunder O Black Storm *B
GrDam: Sinai Thunder Evening Primrose 2*M
GrSire: SG PromisedLand RC Bonafide ++*B
Dam: SG Dill's BF Free 5*M
GrDam: SGCH Dill's XM Keena 4*M
Percy
Color: Silver Chamoise
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 +B
Sire: Flat Rock's Expecto Patronum +B
GrDam: Flat Rock's Mythril Silver
GrSire: Flat Rock's Fox Fire ++B
Dam: Flat Rock's Carmen SanDiego
GrDam: Flat Rock's Double Jeopardy
Polled
Willy
Color: Light Gold, Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Sweet DD M Gianduja
Reg#: ADGA D2121404 *DNA*
DOB: 4-4-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: SG Old Mountain Farm Nightshade +B
Sire: Sugar Moon N Moon Over Munson *B
GrDam: SG Sugar Moon O Summer-Fall 2*M
GrSire: SG Sugar Moon Viva Las Vegas +*B
Dam: Sugar Moon V Praline
GrDam: SG Sugar Moon Nut-Ella 3*M
Ice *B
Color: White Chocolate 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: SG Goat ER Done PAL Vanilla Bean
Monte
Color: Cou Clair, Moonspots
Eyes: Brown
Reg Name: Sweet DD M Three Card Monte
Reg#: ADGA D2136155 *DNA*
DOB: 5-21-20
Bloodlines:
GrSire: SG Old Mountain Farm Nightshade +B
Sire: Sugar Moon N Moon Over Munson *B
GrDam: SG Sugar Moon O Summer-Fall 2*M
GrSire: SG Old Mountain Farm Nightshade +B
Dam: Sugar Moon N She-Nanny-Gans
GrDam: SG Promisedland S Riddle 3*M
