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Old 04/26/14, 10:32 AM
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Feeding a fainter pigmy milker

What are some no nos on feeding my milker. Like are strawberry tops, cucumbers..ect ok?
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Old 04/26/14, 11:31 AM
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Goat can eat FRESH strawberry tops and kitchen peelings, but not in great volume.

More important is the toxic plants you may have around your house.

http://fiascofarm.com/goats/poisonousplants.htm

(You do know that fainters and pygmies are not milk breeds, I hope. Yes, she will make milk, but the length of her lactation may not be long.)
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