ALPINE GOATS

The Alpine dairy goat is a medium to large size animal that is friendly, sweet, and graceful. They have erect ears.  The breed is known for its many color combinations giving them distinction and individuality. The color combinations are described using French names. Cou Blanc:  White Front, Black Back Cou Clair:  White Front, Brown Back Cou Noir:  Black Front, White Back Sundgau:  Black with white markings on face and legs Chamoisee:  Brown to tan with black markings on dorsal and legs Two Tone Chamoisee:  Tan font, brown back with black dorsal stripe and legs Pied:  Black spotted

Goats as Pets

Goats make very nice pets.  They love to be around people, are very personable, and love attention.  It's best to have two goats to keep each other company.  Goats make good companions for horses and ponies.  Being hardy, adaptable animals, goats can thrive in any climate. The hair is medium to short.  Baby goats born on the Peterson Farm are bottle fed right from birth.  Bottle fed babies tend to be friendlier than those that are dam raised.  Our animals are in good health and are tested yearly for TB and Brucellosis.  Good worming practices are maintained.  Our animals are registered with the American Dairy Goat Association and are of good show quality.

Harlee with her friend "Skittles"

Goat Milk
The benefits of goat milk are many.  It is a complete protein containing all the essential amino acids without the heavy fat content and catarrh producing materials of cow's milk. The Alpine breed is a moderate to heavy milking breed.  Their milk is creamy and has a sweet taste.  One Alpine produces enough milk to supply a large family (five to six people).
Showing Goats at the 4-H Fair
Mark with "Coco Puff" Winner of the 2008 State KOHRS Trophy	Jake with "Snickers" 2008 State Champion
All the kids (pun intended) are members of the Kick-Butt Kids 4-H club.  They have meetings with hands-on actvities.  Members are encouraged to research the care of their animals and to participate in events such as showing animals at the 4-H Fair.