Saanen Goats
$210
The Saanen goat is the most productive milk goat breed of Switzerland, which has the most productive milking goats in the world. The average milk yield is 838 kg in lactation of 264 days. The milk should have a minimum of 3.2% fat and 2.7% protein.
The Saanen is the largest breed of Swiss goat. Billies stand 90cm at the withers and weigh around 85kg. It has white skin and a short white coat. They may be horned or hornless, and tassels may be present. Their ears are erect and point upwards and forwards.
What Is The Saanen Goat Used For?
Of the different breeds, the Saanen dairy goat is the most widely distributed dairy goat in the world and is valued for its abundant milk production, hardiness, and calm, sweet nature. Pure white in color, Saanens are also one of the largest breeds of dairy goats. Due to their high milk production, they are often dubbed the “Holsteins” of the dairy goat world.
Typical Behavior & Temperament
Saanens are often described as being sweet, caring, and friendly. They have a calm nature and will get along with the rest of their herd. They will also get along with, and may even form a bond, with other farm animals and yard animals. They can also form bonds with human owners, too. Goats are pack animals: if they don’t have a pack of goats, they will adopt other animals and even humans as members of their group.
Advantages of Saanen Dairy Goats:
- They are among the top milk producers! Can give 4-5 Litres of milk per day
- Boast of high feed conversion Ration (FCR)
- They have a docile temperament hence easy to raise
- These girls are top achievers in cold climates such as winter!
- Hardy and resistant to many goat diseases and infections
- Have high reproductive efficiency! Most give birth to twins or triplets!
- They’re super-strong making them super-pack goats!
- Adapts well for either open-grazing or stall-feeding
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