can they be pets?

[GBov]

Hi, I usually hang out over with the chickens but today I had a question that needs something a bit different and maybe you nice folks can help me

We are house hunting right now and a large yard is all we are going to manage but I dont want to give up on the dream of having a couple of Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats for the kids and I so my question is, can I have a couple of tiny goats as pets in a residential setting? I know people can have pigs, birds, dogs, snakes, turtles, fish and cats as pets but can goats pass muster pet wise?


Thanks

 

[mully]

Check with local zoning as every area is different.

 

[kstaven]

If your zoning allows a couple of Nigerian wethers will make great pets. They tend to be much quieter than does in heat. Also wethers don't smell like bucks can.

 

[lilhill]

There are some areas across the country that have passed ordinances allowing Nigerian Dwarves as pets, but not many yet. Check to see if they are allowed in your area.