Can I Do It?? | Goat Blood Testing Day | Nubian and Nigerian Dwarf Goats | Small Farm Vlog
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
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As a goat breeder, it is my job to ensure the overall health and well-being of my animals. That includes running a simple blood test to check for common diseases found in goats. Especially CAE and Johnes, where they are very contagious and there is no known cure. It is essentially a death sentence not only for that animals, but possibly the whole herd. While I am sitting on pins and needles waiting for the test results, I pray and ask that God would help the results be negative, and that all my goats would be completely healthy. Almost 2.5 years ago I began my journey with raising goats. Strictly for the plan of having our own fresh goat's milk for our family, where some of us struggle with conventional dairy products. We have had MANY ups and downs, learning many lessons the hard way, and learning all the ins and outs of delivering babies and ensure the overall well-being of our goat herd. I love how each goat has their own unique personality, and how incredibly smart they are!! I never would've imagined myself as a goat owner, but here we are, and I absolutely love it!!!!
That was cool and I love how the girls were “helping”!! So cute!! 🤞🤞🤞 Pray everything comes back good!! 👍 Ladybug looks bigger and bigger every time I see her!! Such a pretty little filly!! 💜💜💜 Thanks for sharing!!
They love to help, always! My middle child is currently "helping" me make supper! Thank you so much!!! Thursday/Friday can't come soon enough.
Ladybug is growing FAST.
You handled that brilliantly,just like a pro after the first one.The milking bench helped a lot.I had just thought about that and then there you was using it. They all look really healthy ,I should think they are clear,but it’s good to test to make sure.Lady is doing well as always ,drinking her milk and growing,getting stronger every day…So proud of her and you for working so hard with her and making her know she’s special and you won’t give up on her.Sending love to you and the girls . 🥰
I wanted to let you all see the struggle getting started. 😅 Haha. It's all part of the adventure. Hoping they are all in the clear! These diseases can sit silently without the goats showing symptoms for a few years, and can still be contagious. So that's why I'm being proactive! 😊
Ladybug is getting to be a chunky girl! So fun to see! Sending hugs!
You did great, mission accomplished! Thanks for sharing x
Thanks for watching! 😉🥰
You did very well.
Thank you
Another video where i just wanted to jump in and help you lol I was like "I could hold those goats still" 😂😂 but you managed it great. Very resourceful thinking. Well done 😅❤
🤣🤣 Anytime, you are welcome to come help. 🥰🤣
I’m not familiar with goats at all, but is that test equivalent to a Coggins test in horses? There you go add clippers to your want list. Your big goat is sure good. I’ve seen a lot of horses flare up and kick and snort and everything with displeasure when it comes shots or blood draws.
Yes, I would say so. Coggins is deadly for horses. CAE and Johnes is deadly for goats.
Haha, I did add them to my wish list...just in case!
Some horses are real stinkers when it comes to wormer/shots/blood samples! Thankfully the goats are pretty well-behaved.
Please do not use your hand to replace the cap on the needle. They teach us, nurses, to scoop the needle cover up with the needle. When you use your hand to place the cover on the needle you have a chance of missing and sticking you finger. Been there and done that. And iit hurts
Yes....I've been stuck a few times in the past! I will try to implement 'scooping' next time!
A 2 liter soda bottle would be safe for your needles.
Okay....now why didn't I think of that??? THANK YOU! I need people like you who think outside of the box! 😅
When you stick the needle in, do it slanted, flush to the jugular. The last female goat got upset because the needle was at a bad angle. You learn as you go and get better, the more you have to take blood. Your body needs to be to the side of the neck, with them, instead of in front. Just trying to help 💙🩵
Ladybug is getting a chunky rump. She's drinking her milk for sure
Yes, I'm definitely no professional. But I get it done. 😊 Thank you for the tips!