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05-08-2016, 02:05 AM
Sorry to hear the other little guy didn't work out Saltlick. This one has very pretty markings.
I agree with Charlie Horse about cuddling up to the young new goat overnight to promote bonding. Koby was extremely frightened when I first got him at 7 months old. First time away from his ma and friends, first time in the car (3 hour trip) and new surroundings at the other end. I stayed in the stable with him the first couple of nights and spent most of those first few days with him. Within about 36 hours he was completely bonded to me and saw me as his security and friend. Followed me everywhere. Now at 20 months old, when I lie down in the paddock he will immediately lie down next to me, right up against me as if he can't get close enough and will start ruminating - even though he is now assimilated into the rest of the herd.
I agree with Charlie Horse about cuddling up to the young new goat overnight to promote bonding. Koby was extremely frightened when I first got him at 7 months old. First time away from his ma and friends, first time in the car (3 hour trip) and new surroundings at the other end. I stayed in the stable with him the first couple of nights and spent most of those first few days with him. Within about 36 hours he was completely bonded to me and saw me as his security and friend. Followed me everywhere. Now at 20 months old, when I lie down in the paddock he will immediately lie down next to me, right up against me as if he can't get close enough and will start ruminating - even though he is now assimilated into the rest of the herd.
Happiness is a baby goat snoring in your lap