Is there a miniature Nubian goat?
Nubian dwarf goats, or mini Nubians, are a cross between Nubian dairy goats and Nigerian dwarf dairy goats, bred with the goal of raising good milk producers in a smaller size. Because this is a crossbreed, size and characteristics are dependent on the generation level of the goats.
How big do mini Nubian goats get?
They are smaller and easier to handle and transport than full sized goats, weighing on average 100 lbs (bucks weighing a bit more) and standing 23-29″ tall for does and up to 31″ for bucks. (Standard Nubians can weigh up to 200 lbs!)
What are mini Nubian goats good for?
They possess a sweet and docile temperament, making them a good match for the small family farm. By decreasing the size, you reduce feed costs as well as required space. While animal size is smaller, milk production remains strong, with mini Nubians producing as much as 2 quarts of milk a day.
Are mini Nubian goats good milkers?
Mini-Nubians are known for their ease of milking. Their udder is generally well attached and their teats are larger than their Nigerian dwarf relatives. Their milk is high in butterfat and protein and sweet tasting. They can produce anywhere from 1.5 to 4 quarts daily.
Are Nubian goats friendly?
Nubian Goat Personality Nubians are known to be especially bright and curious goats. These charming lop-eared beauties boast incredibly friendly and docile personalities. Due to their amicable nature, Nubian goats are often kept not just for milk-producing purposes, but for farm pets, as well.
What is the friendliest goat?
# 1 – Pygmy Goats. This is my number one pick for the best pet goat breed because of their gentle and kind demeanor. They are usually found at children petting zoos because of their smaller size and their love of hugs and human contact.
How long do mini Nubian goats live?
between 15 and 20 years
On average, these goats live between 15 and 20 years.
How much space do mini Nubian goats need?
Most sources say that goats need ten feet per goat of indoor space. If you keep the goats in a dry lot (no pasture, you bring in all the hay), miniatures do okay with about 200 square feet per goat.
Are Nubian goats noisy?
Nubian goats are loud – really loud. They bleat both loudly and often. If a Nubian goat wants the attention of its human – it will bleat. When a Nubian is bored – it will bleat.
Are mini Nubians loud?
Nubian goats are loud – really loud. They bleat both loudly and often. If a Nubian goat wants the attention of its human – it will bleat.
Registered with TMGR Mini Nubian Goats are a new breed that is a cross between a Nigerian Dwarf Goat and a Nubian Goat. These are ideal milking goats because they are a smaller sized goat that are bred to be great milkers. Mini Nubian Goats are known for having long, floppy ears that are adorable.
Are mini Nubian goats IDGR registered?
Mini Nubian Goats are known for having long, floppy ears that are adorable. This trait comes from the Nubian side. Our Mini Nubian Goats are registered with The Miniature Goat Registry, but they are accepted into MDGA as well as IDGR.
What is a MiniMini Nubian?
Mini Nubians are a relatively new breed combining the strengths of Nigerian Dwarf goats (very small; rich milk in good quantity) with Nubians (larger breed; rich milk in copious quantity).
How tall is a full grown Nubian?
Full sized Nubians have a minimum shoulder height of 30” for does and 35” for bucks (and they can get taller, with many weighing over 200 pounds.) The breed standard for Mini Nubians states that, for purebred animals, “the maximum height is 29 inches for does and 31 inches for bucks, measured at the withers.