Thinking about owning goats? Forget the picture-perfect Instagram posts—goat ownership is messy, demanding, and far from easy. In this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, goat expert and homesteader Deborah Niemann debunks common myths and reveals what it really takes to raise happy, healthy goats.

We dive into essential topics every prospective goat owner needs to know:

• Goats are not house pets—understanding their unique behaviors
• Complex (and costly) nutritional needs for proper goat care
• The long-term commitment goat ownership requires
• Fencing and shelter must-haves to prevent your goats from escaping
• Finding a knowledgeable veterinarian experienced in goat care
• Goat personalities: their quirks, emotions, and social needs
• Top resources for learning about goat care, including courses and education

Whether you're dreaming of fresh goat milk, homemade cheese, or just curious about life with goats, Deborah’s candid insights and expert advice will help you make informed decisions before taking the leap into goat ownership.

🔗 Learn more about Deborah, her resources, and her podcast at:
Thrifty Homesteader
Deborah’s book on Amazon
For the Love of Goats Podcast on Apple

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🚨 Are you prepared to save your pet in an emergency? Join us for this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs with Arden Moore, a master-certified pet first aid and CPR instructor, award-winning author, and the host of two popular pet podcasts, Oh Behave on Pet Life Radio and Four-Legged Life. Arden brings her wealth of knowledge to share essential tips every pet parent needs to know. Learn how to handle pet emergencies and protect your furry family members.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

🐶 How to Recognize Pet Emergencies: Choking, heatstroke, injuries, and more.

🐾 Essential Pet First Aid Techniques: Arden’s step-by-step advice for handling crises.

🛒 Building the Ultimate Pet First Aid Kit: Must-have tools for any pet parent.

🐱 Preventative Safety Tips: Simple ways to make your home safer for pets.

🐕 Understanding Pet Behavior: What to watch for during stressful situations.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

🐾 Pet First Aid for You – Arden Moore’s pet first aid classes, certifications, and kits.

📞 ASPCA Poison Control – 24/7 hotline for pet poisoning emergencies.

📞 Pet Poison Helpline – Expert assistance with poisoning cases.

🛒 Shop Pet First Aid Kits – Get Arden’s recommended first aid kits.

🎧 Arden’s Podcasts:

Oh Behave: Listen on Pet Life Radio

Four-Legged Life: Visit Website

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