Goats are naturally adventurous and playful! Taking note of the following will help to keep them safe:
Feed hay in racks rather than hay nets. Goats (particularly those with horns) have been known to get their heads stuck and strangle themselves in hay nets
Ensure any play equipment is free from any leg-trapping holes
Ensure raised play equipment is away from perimeter fences - otherwise your goats will use the play equipment to climb on and escape
Various plants are poisonous to goats, particularly laurel, box, ragwort, rape and yew
New born kids can drown in water buckets. Ensure buckets of water are raised up so kids cannot fall into them
And finally, if any of your goats seem unwell please seek veterinary advice as soon as possible!
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