Natural Goat and Alpaca Care

Natural Goat and Alpaca Management

Natural Goat and Alpaca Care by Pat Coleby provides practical guidance for raising and managing goats and alpacas using natural husbandry approaches. It covers housing, nutrition, mineral requirements, breeding, health problems, and land care, alongside guidance on young animal management and fleece production. The book supports farmers in developing healthy herds and improving everyday livestock management.

Key Features:

• Covers natural goat and alpaca husbandry practices
• Explains land management, housing, and farm planning
• Provides guidance on selecting and acquiring livestock
• Discusses breed characteristics and animal conformation
• Explores nutritional needs, minerals, and vitamins
• Addresses the behavioural and psychological needs of goats
• Covers kid, goatling, and young animal management
• Discusses breeding, selection, and desirable characteristics
• Explores milk, meat, skin, and fleece production
• Reviews common health problems and natural care approaches