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For the Love of Goats

Deborah Niemann

We are talking about everything goats! Whether you"re an owner, a breeder, or just a fan of these wonderful creatures, we"ve got you covered. Join host and author Deborah Niemann as she interviews experts and goat lovers so we can all learn more about how to improve the health and production of our goats, improve our relationships, and possibly even start a goat business.Happy anniversary to us! FTLOG is five years old! As we enter our sixth year, you can continue to expect to hear from more goat

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31:21

CL Study in Goats and Sheep

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/09/16

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/cl-study-in-goats-and-sheep/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes An abscess on a goat does not automatically mean caseous lymphadenitis (CL). In fact, a study looking at 10 years of diagnostic testing at the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory found that roughly two-thirds of samples submitted for targeted CL culture came back negative. In other words, two-thirds of the goats that h...

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38:00

Homestead Decluttering: What to Keep and What to Let Go

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2026/08/26

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/homestead-decluttering/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes Clutter can build up quickly on a homestead. Tools, livestock supplies, equipment, canning jars, soap-making ingredients, and all those things we might need “someday” can slowly take over barns, workspaces, and even our homes. But when does being prepared cross the line into simply having too much stuff? In today’s episode, Deborah Nie...

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7:44

Why a Fecal Egg Count Doesn't Always Tell You Whether...

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/08/19

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/fecal-egg-count/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes If you've ever been told that a high fecal egg count means you should automatically deworm a goat, this episode is for you. A fecal egg count is one of the most valuable tools we have for monitoring internal parasites—but it's only one piece of the puzzle. It tells you how many parasite eggs a goat is shedding, not whether that goat is actual...

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33:41

How to Use Kickstarter for Farm Projects

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/08/12

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/kickstarter-for-farm-projects/-- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes Kickstarter can be a useful option for farmers who have a creative project in mind but want to test demand before making a large investment. Instead of taking out a loan for equipment, products, or a new farm experience, a campaign can help show whether enough people are interested to make the idea worth pursuing. In today’s epis...

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7:53

Parasite Resistance, Resilience, and Dewormer Resistance

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2026/08/05

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/parasite-resistance-resilience-and-dewormer-resistance/-- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes Have you ever heard someone talk about parasite resistance in goats, only to have someone else start talking about dewormer resistance? Although they sound similar, they're describing completely different things. In this first official Goat Note, Deborah explains three concepts that every goat owner shoul...

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34:50

Email Marketing for Farm Businesses

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/07/29

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/email-marketing-for-farm-businesses/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Show Notes Email marketing has always been a valuable way for farm businesses to connect with customers, but the rise of AI is changing what stands out in the inbox. As more businesses rely on AI-generated content, authentic emails that sound personal and human can be even more effective. In today’s episode, Deborah Niemann welcomes ...

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31:52

Goat and Sheep Tour to Portugal

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/06/24

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goat-tour-portugal/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description If you've ever dreamed of combining your love of goats with a European adventure, this episode is for you. In today’s episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Janelle Holden, author of the From Montana to Portugal Substack newsletter, to talk about an exciting upcoming goat and sheep tour through Portugal. Together, they share how the idea c...

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41:20

Mastitis in Goats: Myths and Misconceptions

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/05/06

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/mastitis-in-goats-misconceptions/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description It’s probably safe to say that most goat owners think they understand mastitis, but it’s often more complicated than it seems. While many people associate it with a hot, hard udder, that’s only one form of the disease, and it’s not even the most common type seen in goats. In today’s episode, Deborah Niemann talks with Dr. Mi...

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23:49

Skin Cancer Treatment in Goats

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/04/16

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/skin-cancer-treatment-in-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann talks with veterinarian and researcher Jennifer Halleran about squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer that commonly affects goats—especially Nigerian Dwarfs. The conversation was inspired by a listener question about whether there are any new treatment options available for goats diagno...

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41:02

A Vet Discusses CAE in Goats

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/03/18

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/cae-in-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann welcomes back Dr. Melissa Holahan, a small ruminant veterinarian, Nigerian Dwarf breeder at Chubby Acres, and owner of Caprine and Ewe, to revisit a disease that still catches many goat owners off guard: CAE (Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis), recently renamed Small Ruminant Lentivirus (SRLV). They break down what...

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50:45

When a Goat Needs a C-Section

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/02/25

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/when-a-goat-needs-a-c-section/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Melissa Holahan, a veterinarian and experienced goat breeder, to tackle one of the most anxiety-provoking topics in goat keeping: C-sections and difficult births. Together, they walk through what actually happens when a goat needs surgical intervention during labor, why panic an...

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32:57

Goats in Nepal: Changing Lives Through Goats

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/02/11

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goats-in-nepal/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description When people think about international development work, they don’t always picture goats at the center of it. In this episode, host Deborah Niemann talks with Daniel Laney, founder of Worldwide Goat Project Nepal, about how a lifelong love of goats grew into a far-reaching program that is improving lives across rural Nepal. Daniel shares...

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34:48

Medications for Goats: Understanding Antibiotics,...

For the Love of Goats ·

2026/01/28

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/medications-for-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Pat Gorden of Iowa State University and Dr. Michelle Buckley of Cornell University to break down one of the most confusing topics for goat owners: medications and antibiotics. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of how drug use works in goats, including what extra-label drug use a...

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31:12

Running a Goat Rescue: What It Really Takes

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2026/01/07

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goat-rescue/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description When people think about animal rescue, they often picture a few animals and a lot of good intentions. In this episode, host Deborah Niemann talks with Deborah Blum, founder of Goatlandia Farm Animal Sanctuary in Sebastopol, California, about what it really takes to run a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary with dozens of goats and more than 15...

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7:33

Goat Notes: What to Feed a Pregnant Goat

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2025/11/27

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/what-to-feed-a-pregnant-goat/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description: Proper nutrition during pregnancy is essential for keeping both does and kids healthy — but more isn’t always better! In this short, science-based episode, Deborah Niemann explains how to balance feed, minerals, and body condition during gestation, and why following feeding advice from other species (or even other parts of the ...

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19:25

Goats in America: A Cultural History with Author Tami...

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2025/11/12

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goats-in-america/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description If you’ve ever wondered how goats went from being banned in colonies to beloved on social media, this episode is for you! In this episode of For the Love of Goats, host Deborah Niemann talks with Tami Parr, author of Goats in America: A Cultural History (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases), about how goats ...

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16:41

Goat Milk Gelato in Sweden

For the Love of Goats ·

2025/10/30

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goat-milk-ice-cream-and-gelato/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your goat milk into something people line up for, this episode is for you! In this episode of For the Love of Goats, host Deborah Niemann chats with Oskar Edwall from Sweden, who started with just a few goats and ended up creating a thriving business making goat milk ice cream and gela...

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22:17

Goat Yoga: A Story of Connection, Calm, and Cuddly Goats

For the Love of Goats ·

2025/10/15

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goat-yoga/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description When people hear you have goats, one of the first questions they ask is, “Do you do goat yoga?” In this fun and fascinating episode, host Deborah Niemann talks with the person who started it all—Lainey Morse, founder of the original Goat Yoga in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Lainey shares how goat yoga began in 2016 during one of the most difficult ...

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32:56

Uterine Tears in Goats

For the Love of Goats ·

2025/10/01

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/uterine-tears-in-goats/-- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Daniela Luethy, Assistant Professor of Large Animal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, to discuss the realities of uterine tears in goats, risk factors, and what goat owners need to know as kidding season approaches. Dr. Luethy shares the results of a new multicenter study on r...

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40:52

The Science of Goat Milk and Skin Care

For the Love of Goats ·

2025/09/03

Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/the-science-of-goat-milk-and-skin-care/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description Goat milk has been used for centuries to soothe and nourish skin—but now science is catching up to explain why it works so well. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Brent Ridge, physician and co-founder of Beekman 1802, to explore the research behind goat milk’s unique skin benefits. From maintaining the ...

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