Feeding baby goats here at Tailspin Farms...Every two hours... How to Bottle Feed Goat KidsThis post may contain affiliate links but at NO extra costs to you. For further details, please read my full disclosure policy. When baby goats are first born, it is very important that they get their colostrum. Colostrum is the first thick yellowish milk that comes out of the mammary glands after giving birth. It is high in antibodies that provide protection from disease, and help the goat kid develop its immune system. It is critically important for survival. We weigh each baby goat shortly after they’re born. We weigh them each week to make sure the baby is gaining enough weight. I recommend raw goat milk if you can get it, especially if it is mom’s own milk. We freeze milk from our dairy goats to use for our bottle babies. We have used powdered kid milk replacer in the past. That was very costly. A friend uses this milk recipe with great success. Goats Milk Recipe for Bottle Kids
Bottles that we use Kids can be fed using regular 9 oz. baby bottles from the dollar store. We use the nipples that come with the bottles. As the kids get older I use a nipple for human babies 6+ months. Our kids have done very well with human baby bottles and nipples. Some people use the lamb nipples and put them on soda bottles. I personally did not have good luck with them. Some of our friends like and use them. Feeding Schedule for Goat Kids This is the question everyone asks. There are so many charts out there, but here are ours.
Notice that around 6 weeks of age we start cutting back the amount of milk. This mimics natural weaning. Start by cutting the noon bottle in half. By 7 weeks take away the noon bottle. I continue reducing bottles and then gradually removing them until the kids are getting no milk at 12 weeks of age. The first bottles in the morning we add a pinch of baking soda to each bottle. This helps with blot. Only add it to morning bottles. Baby goats act like they are hungry all the time. They will nibble on everything. We keep our bottle kids in with the other kids and mom's. This way they learn how to start eating feed and hay. They usually start by experimenting with the hay, nibbling on it. Around 3 to 4 weeks they start on the grain. We have a creep feeder for the kids. You can visit our YouTube Channel to see some of our goats. Some Additional Post You Might Find Helpful: Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to get updates delivered right to your inbox.
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Farm/ Livestock Management Binder
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Farm / Livestock Management Binder In this binder you can log all your livestock needs and help you stay organized with all records. Such as: *Goats *Chickens *Horses *Medications *Purchases of Livestock *Sold Livestock Our Farm / Livestock Management Binder is 24 pages. Print our the pages, fill in your Livestock information and place in a binder of your choice. When all of your Livestock information is kept in one place it saves time in case of an emergency. Crochet Name Doilies
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Our crocheted name doily makes an excellent wedding or baby shower gift! Perfect for framing. Available in any color. Up tp 5 letters $25, 6-10 letters $35, 11-15 letters $50 Please let us know the name and preferred color when placing order Height is 4.5 -5.5 inches. Width depends on number of letters Since this doily is hand crafted it will be ready to ship in 7 -10 days. and 3-5 shipping. Thank you for shopping with us! Crochet Bottle Cozy
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Handmade Crochet Cozy’s are the cutest accessory to any bottle, can, cup. My husband inspired me to make the cozy’s. No one likes picking up their cold drink on a hot day only to realize that it is no longer cold. Preventing the water/rings from forming on tables and countertops. This prevents damage to your furniture. This Crochet Cozy will keep your hands from getting cold while you indulge in your favorite drink. Made with 100% Cotton yarn. Once you get one, you’ll start imagining Cozy’s for everything in your life. All Cozy’s make a great gift for literally anyone! Great for tailgates, pool parties, outdoor BBQ’s or anytime. If you don’t see one you love don’t hesitate to message me! I love creating new products.
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Crocheted dishcloth / washcloth for washing dishes or soft enough to even wash your face or use on your baby. All dishcloths measure approximately 8 by 8 inches but since each is handmade, they may vary slightly. Made with different brands of 100% cotton yarn. Colors may vary slightly with each ball of cotton yarn. Wash cold. Wash separately if purchasing a dark colored dishcloth. Dry on low heat or hang to dry. Slight shrinkage can be expected. If you want more than I have in stock, you can message me, and I will check on my yarn availability. I am happy to do custom orders. Keep in mind dye lots can vary colors slightly. Crochet Cast Iron / Pan Handle Cover
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Crochet Cast Iron / Pan Handle Cover. I love cooking with cast iron. But I seem to always forget about that hot cast iron handle. Now it's a thing of the past since I've started using this crochet cast iron / pan handle covers. It’s like having a hot pad on the handle. Even during long cooking sessions, these handles hold up to the heat and keep your hands protected. That's because these cast iron / pan handle covers are made with 100% cotton yarn. They make great gifts for anyone who loves to cook with cast iron or any pan. 🌟 This listing is for 1 crochet cast iron handle cover. 🌟 Length: approx. 5" long Width: 2" at the widest point and 1.5" at the narrowest point MATERIAL: 100% USA Grown Cotton COLOR: Your choice I have many colors to choose from. If you don't see the color you're looking for, please send me a message. I probably have it or can get it for you. CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Machine wash or hand wash. Lay flat to dry. Thanks for checking out my shop! Crochet Cup Sleeve Cozy
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Pretty cup cozy for both hot and iced beverage cups. It will slide up over a standard size non handle travel cups or store-bought coffee cups. They are great at protecting hands from the heat and cold of the travel mug/cup. *100% cotton yarn. * Colors may vary due to stock so message me if you prefer something specific. *Machine washable and dryer safe on low heat. *All Cozy’s make a great gift for literally anyone! *If you don’t see one you love don’t hesitate to message me! I love creating new products. Thank you for visiting our store. On Sale On Sale Crochet Star Baby Blanket
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Only a few left! Handmade with love! This star-shaped crochet blanket is perfect for that new little baby in your life! Perfect for baby showers or newborn gifts. It measures 50 inches from point to point. The yarn is yellow and white acrylic, which makes for easy washing! *If you would like a different color or size, please contact me. Yarn is machine washable. Wash on gentle cycle and lay flat to dry for best results. Thanks for visiting my shop! Crochet Flower Coaster Set
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Crochet coaters set of 4. Coaters are hand crocheted. Perfect for holding your drinks while being a beautiful accent to any living room, dining room, or kitchen counter. Make great gifts or birthdays, anniversaries, wedding gifts.... * Colors may vary due to stock so message me if you prefer something specific. *If you don’t see one you love don’t hesitate to message me! I love creating new products. Care: they are machine washable for a warm water and lay flat to dry. Do not iron. Thank you for supporting my growing shop. Gardening In the South
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Gardening In the South E-Book Learn about Gardening in South Texas Zone 8 In our e-book we cover Fruit trees, Perennials & Pollinator, Garden checklist, What months to plant. Your files will be available to download once payment is confirmed. I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order. Thank you for shopping with us! Margarita |
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2273 FM 1681 Stockdale, Texas 78160 |
210-771-7205
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