Students will learn the basics to prepare them for responsible herd planning and goat husbandry, as well as expose them to some realities of goat kidding in a safe and non-urgent environment.

I am not a veterinarian, but worked for years as a veterinary assistant. Additionally, I have attended several goat births (and narrowly missed a few) on our own farm. My family has a small goat herd with new kids born every year. We have a small business making and selling soap with our extra goat milk.

Homework Offered
Lesson one: Post a description either your existing goat herd or ideal herd in the classroom. Include breeds you have or would use and your reasoning behind your choices.

Lesson two: Post a description of your own birthing kit and talk about your birthing preparations, watch kidding video (25m)

Lesson three: Post your reactions to the birthing video in the classroom, talk about any experiences you may have with live births

Lesson four: Do the experiment on your own and post your reaction and any reflections you have on the class
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Assessments are available upon parent request.
Grades Offered
Grades are available upon parent request.