How To Build Your String For Strength and Longevity

[video_embed url=”https://youtu.be/SAoEMe8vXqM”]How To Build Your String For Strength and Longevity

Encourage you to build strength and longevity with your string by knowing when to start packing with them to get more packing years.

• 1-year-old goats: no pack saddles of any kind on. Focus on manners, walking fast, and having fun
• 2-year-old goats: 10-15% body weight: if your goat weighs 170-210lbs    20 lbs would be the carrying weight. Do not pack all day long
• 3-year-old goats: 75% packing of the day. Carry 25-35lbs
• Never teach a goat to give up
• Goats are tough
• Get to know them
• Super smart and herd dynamic
• Be kind to your goats
• Know their soreness
• Look for the squat position: put a saddle on and see their reaction
• If a goat breaks their leg let them limp out and fix
• If shooting is needed: shoot off trail, take the collar off, cut off identification, and skin it: that is the legal requirement