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Pygmy goats do not faint; myotonic or "fainting" goats do. They faint because of an inherited genetic disorder called myotonia. This causes the muscles to stiffen when the goat is frightened, and they remain tense for a few seconds.
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What things makes fainting goats faint?
Loud noises and sudden movements
Is it possible to keep pygmy goats in city limits?
It may be possible to keep pygmy goats within the city limits. You will need to speak to your local city to find out the ordinances of keeping goats.
What the weight of the pygmy?
They normally weig habout 40 pounds, but some fat goats can go up to 50. I know this due to personal experience, since I have two pygmy goats of my own.
How often do pygmy goats come into heat?
Pygmy goats may come into heat about once a month. Their heat cycle may last up to 48 hours, depending on the area that you live in.
Why do fainting goats faint and their muscles stiffen when they hear loud noises?
This is a breed characteristic of only the Fainting goats. They do this because their heart beats too fast when they are scared and faint, no harm is done to them when they do faint, they will simply get back up and begin to eat or play.
What are pygmy goats?
Pygmy goats are a small breed of goat.
Where did pygmy goats originate?
Pygmy goats originated in Cameroon Valley, AfricaUnanimousAuthor
How many many goats are in a pygmy?
Just one, pygmy goats are not a cross breed.
Is a wether goat the same as a pygmy goat?
Pygmy goats are a breed of goat. Wether goats are castrated male goats.
What things makes fainting goats faint?
Loud noises and sudden movements
Are pygmy goats color blind?
No, pygmy goats are not color blind.
What are Pygmy?
Pygmy goats are a small breed of goat.
What type of environment do pygmy goats live in?
Pygmy goats are normally reared by peri-urban farmers on small acreage.
Do pygmy goats stay small?
Yes.. Compared to other goats.
What to feed a pygmy goat?
We feed our pygmy goats Noble Goat. You can get it at Tractor Supply.
Is it possible to keep pygmy goats in city limits?
It may be possible to keep pygmy goats within the city limits. You will need to speak to your local city to find out the ordinances of keeping goats.
What do you feed newborn pygmy goats?
goat milk
