How Are Goats Milked?
Goats are milked by hand or machine, usually twice a day, after they kid. Learn the steps, how to check for mastitis, and how to handle milk safely.

Goats are milked by hand or machine, usually twice a day, after they kid. Learn the steps, how to check for mastitis, and how to handle milk safely.

Goats have top teeth, but only in the back. They have no upper front teeth; a tough dental pad sits there instead. Adults have 32 teeth in all.

Goats wag their tails to shoo flies, when excited or content, and when a doe is in heat. Kids wag while nursing. How to read your goat's tail.

A cat biting her kittens is usually grooming, carrying or correcting them. Hard bites that injure kittens can signal stress or illness; call your vet.

A cat throwing up undigested food may eat too fast, but hairballs, food allergies, IBD and illness are possible. Vomiting weekly needs a vet.

Cats meow a lot for food, attention, or to find a mate, but illness and old-age confusion can also cause it. Learn the causes and when to see a vet.

A cat that is always hungry may be underfed, bored, or ill. Hyperthyroidism, diabetes and parasites can all raise appetite, so see your vet.
A cat not using the litter box may have a urinary problem, dislike its box or litter, or be stressed. See your vet first, then fix the box setup.
Why does my cat swat at me? Usually it's overstimulated or dislikes how it's being petted, though pain can be a cause. Learn the signs and fixes.

Goats usually live 10 to 15 years, and well-cared-for pets can reach their late teens. See how sex, breed, breeding, and care affect goat lifespan.