Spend the day with our spotted baby dwarf goats! They're absolutely adorable and ready to have fun! Take them out for a walk, cuddle them while watching a movie, take them shopping, dress them up, the adventures are endless! Choose your baby goat, and all their optional supplies. Their food and basic supplies will always be included, of course. Please make sure to return all supplies afterwards!
If you'd like to do an overnight visit, pajama party, etc., give us a call and we will find a way!
If you'd like to do an overnight visit, pajama party, etc., give us a call and we will find a way!
Meet the babies!
RebelBorn on 09-27-23
Here comes the fun one! Rebel is stunning and she knows it! She demands head scratches while on the car. At. All. Times. She thrives on attention. We'd recommend carrying her on the way home :) She also knows she's way too pretty to walk around. She likes being carried, like the princess she is! |
FlowerBorn on 11-21-23
This little one is the best of both worlds! She loves to hop everywhere and get the zoomies. Here at home she slides all over the house! but if you put her in her playpen, she lays down and takes a nap. She's so well mannered! |
ValentinaBorn on 02-03-24
An absolute lady. She will fall asleep on your arms and love every second of it! |
Pick-Up and Drop-Off
The baby goat(s) will be picked up and dropped off on the designated time at a Seven Eleven in 4075 Sudley Rd, Haymarket, VA 20169. Our farm is in Delaplane, so we hope that Haymarket will be closer to all of our clients. If that's not the case, let us know, and we will try to accommodate your request as best we can!
We will agree on a time of day that works for you and for us, most likely either early mornings or evenings, since our alpaca visits take most of our day.
All supplies must be returned in the same condition as they were given.
*** If your pick up or drop off time is in the morning, please arrive early, as we will have to leave on time to make it to our daily alpaca visits.
We will agree on a time of day that works for you and for us, most likely either early mornings or evenings, since our alpaca visits take most of our day.
All supplies must be returned in the same condition as they were given.
*** If your pick up or drop off time is in the morning, please arrive early, as we will have to leave on time to make it to our daily alpaca visits.
Do's and Don'ts
Do:
- Treat the baby goat with the same level of care as a puppy.
- Have fun! these little ones love attention.
- Give them unlimited hay, goat feed and water.
- Give them their treats one by one.
- Hug them, pick them up and snuggle away!
- Get at least 2 goats, so they can keep each other company and have less chances of crying/bleating.
- Be careful, because goats will eat everything! (or at least they will try!)
- Feed them their pellets at the beginning and middle of the visit.
- Take them for a small walk, or the front/backyard! They love munching on grass, weeds and dead leaves.
- Feel free to leave them in their playpen if you'd like to step away.
- Call or text us at any time with any questions or concerns.
- Return all items after the visit.
- Send us fun pictures if you'd like to share them on your goat's profile!
Don't:
- Give them any other food or drinks besides what we provided (no milk, candy, veggies, etc.).
- Let them eat ornamental plants, as some of them can give them a tummy ache (azaleas, lilies, etc.).
- Let them off leash unless it's your front/backyard and it's fully fenced. Goats are master escape artists!
- Leave them unsupervised with kids.
- Leave them unsupervised outdoors (the main concern is other animals).
- Unleash them in a fenced area until all gates have been properly locked and double-checked. Goats were built to escape, and if there's a will, there's a way, and goats Will find a way!
- Introduce them to dogs (we've seen it many times. Even the sweetest, oldest dogs can get a prey drive and it's not worth the risk).
- Leave them in the car unattended.
- Use them as entertainment for any kind of party. This service is for single families only (call to ask for exceptions).
- Yell around them. Goats are very confident, but these are babies, so we have to remain calm.
- Use any type of slip leads for the goats. The harness is only for walking them around. The collar is great for everything, including tethering.
- Bathe the goat. They will get cold quickly if wet.
- Brush them (no clue as to why, but they all absolutely hate being brushed. They love scratches though! Goats make no sense :) ).
- Treat the baby goat with the same level of care as a puppy.
- Have fun! these little ones love attention.
- Give them unlimited hay, goat feed and water.
- Give them their treats one by one.
- Hug them, pick them up and snuggle away!
- Get at least 2 goats, so they can keep each other company and have less chances of crying/bleating.
- Be careful, because goats will eat everything! (or at least they will try!)
- Feed them their pellets at the beginning and middle of the visit.
- Take them for a small walk, or the front/backyard! They love munching on grass, weeds and dead leaves.
- Feel free to leave them in their playpen if you'd like to step away.
- Call or text us at any time with any questions or concerns.
- Return all items after the visit.
- Send us fun pictures if you'd like to share them on your goat's profile!
Don't:
- Give them any other food or drinks besides what we provided (no milk, candy, veggies, etc.).
- Let them eat ornamental plants, as some of them can give them a tummy ache (azaleas, lilies, etc.).
- Let them off leash unless it's your front/backyard and it's fully fenced. Goats are master escape artists!
- Leave them unsupervised with kids.
- Leave them unsupervised outdoors (the main concern is other animals).
- Unleash them in a fenced area until all gates have been properly locked and double-checked. Goats were built to escape, and if there's a will, there's a way, and goats Will find a way!
- Introduce them to dogs (we've seen it many times. Even the sweetest, oldest dogs can get a prey drive and it's not worth the risk).
- Leave them in the car unattended.
- Use them as entertainment for any kind of party. This service is for single families only (call to ask for exceptions).
- Yell around them. Goats are very confident, but these are babies, so we have to remain calm.
- Use any type of slip leads for the goats. The harness is only for walking them around. The collar is great for everything, including tethering.
- Bathe the goat. They will get cold quickly if wet.
- Brush them (no clue as to why, but they all absolutely hate being brushed. They love scratches though! Goats make no sense :) ).
Q&A
How delicate are baby goats?
They're more resilient than they look! Goats tend to headbutt each other as a form of play, and even though the babies don't necessarily find the activity amusing, they can be headbutted by bigger goats and be totally fine. They also tend to climb and fall a lot. It's normal! But they do land on grass at the farm, which is softer than floor.
How do you pick up a baby goat?
Same as a puppy! the only thing that matters, is that the belly is always facing down. Nothing scares a goat more than to be held with their legs up, not being able to land properly. If you try it, they will squirm and yell.
The best way to hold them, is to hug all four legs, and lift. You can also hug the back legs with one arm, and the chest with the other. A good grip and support is more important than the method itself, so don't think about it too much! The baby goat will let you know if they don't want to be held a particular way. Some goats may require you to catch them before they let you pick them up. Good luck, they're quick!
Can I introduce my dog?
We decided not to allow dog introductions without a professional for a few reasons. Animals are unpredictable, specially around new situations. Certain breeds have a very strong prey drive, and even if they don't, and they just want to play, that is more than enough to scare a baby goat. We've had situations where the owners said they had the sweetest, oldest dogs, and in the blink of an eye they turned to chase the animals. There is no benefit to introducing dogs to the baby goat. Even if the goat is safe inside the playpen, a dog can run around it and make the baby panic, so no dog interactions of any kind. If the neighbor has a dog in their fenced backyard, that is not a problem, but keep the baby goat supervised just in case.
Why do baby goats yell?
All sorts of reasons! They may yell if they want food, attention, or if they don't like something. They also call each other like that. When a goat wants your attention, they will yell. In our experience, head scratches is all it takes to calm them down. They love it! Specially between their horns
What if we want to have an overnight sleepover?
As long as there's an adult supervising, there's no problem at all! You can put their pajamas and diaper on and have a fun all night!
How to make a baby goat go to sleep?
There's a couple of options. They can definitely fall asleep on your arms while watching a movie, but if you want to make them sleep on their own, just place them inside their playpen, in a quiet area where they can still hear the movement of the house, so they know they're safe, but also not alone. Goats are social animals, so they really appreciate company, specially around bed time, when they are naturally the most vulnerable.
What if my neighbors want to come over and say hi?
Well, who can say no to a baby goat? That's absolutely fine! If the baby goat is inside the house, no extra precautions are needed. If the baby goat is off leash in the fenced backyard, please have your guests come through the house so the baby won't escape while the gate is constantly opening and closing. In our experience, even with a sign on the door that says "keep gate closed", guests still tend to leave it unlatched or wide open about 30% of the time, which is why at our alpaca visits, you will see us constantly looking at all gates, as we've had guests let a goat escape on occasion, and boy are they hard to catch once they tasted freedom!!
What if we notice something that's not right?
The safety of the babies is our number one concern, so if you see anything out of the ordinary, please call us at any time, day or night. We'll come pick up the baby and take them to the vet for a quick check up and whatever else is needed. While we are driving please text us anything you may have noticed so we can show it to our farm vet.
The baby goat ate some of the dog food, what now?
Goats do tend to steal dog food if given the chance. Of course it's not recommended, but they will be fine as long as they didn't eat the whole bowl. If they do, give us a call and we'll take it from there. Dog food is usually made mostly out of grains which are part of the goat's diet anyway. The part that is bad for them is the animal protein in it. We will need to know what percentage of meat the food has. Now, our goats have stolen the dog food plenty of times and never had an issue, so even it's not good, it's definitely not the worst. We suggest picking up the dog's water and food prior to the baby goat's arrival bowl just in case, to prevent any cross contamination. Better to be safe!
Can we take the baby goat for a walk?
Absolutely! goats love a good adventure! Our bigger goats are a bit more willing to go for longer walks, while the babies are a tad more reluctant to follow. We'd recommend to start with a short walk and see how they do, because there's a chance that you may have to carry them home in arms if they refuse to walk, and no one is more stubborn than a goat! If you run into a pup on your walk, please pick up the baby goat off the ground for their safety.
Can the kids walk the goats?
Kids under 7 years old can hold on to the leash at the same time as their parent or adult guardian. Kids from 7 to 13 can walk the goats with close adult supervision.
Why is the age range of kids on the form important?
Because depending on the age, we will recommend a goat that will be best suited for the kids.
The renter assumes all responsibilities and liability if anything happens to the baby goat and/or people or objects damaged while interacting with the goat.
The same Waiver and Agreement as the "Alpaca Visits" apply for the baby goat rentals. To see the waiver and agreement go to Pet Rentals, and click on Alpaca Visits, then scroll to the bottom to download the file.
They're more resilient than they look! Goats tend to headbutt each other as a form of play, and even though the babies don't necessarily find the activity amusing, they can be headbutted by bigger goats and be totally fine. They also tend to climb and fall a lot. It's normal! But they do land on grass at the farm, which is softer than floor.
How do you pick up a baby goat?
Same as a puppy! the only thing that matters, is that the belly is always facing down. Nothing scares a goat more than to be held with their legs up, not being able to land properly. If you try it, they will squirm and yell.
The best way to hold them, is to hug all four legs, and lift. You can also hug the back legs with one arm, and the chest with the other. A good grip and support is more important than the method itself, so don't think about it too much! The baby goat will let you know if they don't want to be held a particular way. Some goats may require you to catch them before they let you pick them up. Good luck, they're quick!
Can I introduce my dog?
We decided not to allow dog introductions without a professional for a few reasons. Animals are unpredictable, specially around new situations. Certain breeds have a very strong prey drive, and even if they don't, and they just want to play, that is more than enough to scare a baby goat. We've had situations where the owners said they had the sweetest, oldest dogs, and in the blink of an eye they turned to chase the animals. There is no benefit to introducing dogs to the baby goat. Even if the goat is safe inside the playpen, a dog can run around it and make the baby panic, so no dog interactions of any kind. If the neighbor has a dog in their fenced backyard, that is not a problem, but keep the baby goat supervised just in case.
Why do baby goats yell?
All sorts of reasons! They may yell if they want food, attention, or if they don't like something. They also call each other like that. When a goat wants your attention, they will yell. In our experience, head scratches is all it takes to calm them down. They love it! Specially between their horns
What if we want to have an overnight sleepover?
As long as there's an adult supervising, there's no problem at all! You can put their pajamas and diaper on and have a fun all night!
How to make a baby goat go to sleep?
There's a couple of options. They can definitely fall asleep on your arms while watching a movie, but if you want to make them sleep on their own, just place them inside their playpen, in a quiet area where they can still hear the movement of the house, so they know they're safe, but also not alone. Goats are social animals, so they really appreciate company, specially around bed time, when they are naturally the most vulnerable.
What if my neighbors want to come over and say hi?
Well, who can say no to a baby goat? That's absolutely fine! If the baby goat is inside the house, no extra precautions are needed. If the baby goat is off leash in the fenced backyard, please have your guests come through the house so the baby won't escape while the gate is constantly opening and closing. In our experience, even with a sign on the door that says "keep gate closed", guests still tend to leave it unlatched or wide open about 30% of the time, which is why at our alpaca visits, you will see us constantly looking at all gates, as we've had guests let a goat escape on occasion, and boy are they hard to catch once they tasted freedom!!
What if we notice something that's not right?
The safety of the babies is our number one concern, so if you see anything out of the ordinary, please call us at any time, day or night. We'll come pick up the baby and take them to the vet for a quick check up and whatever else is needed. While we are driving please text us anything you may have noticed so we can show it to our farm vet.
The baby goat ate some of the dog food, what now?
Goats do tend to steal dog food if given the chance. Of course it's not recommended, but they will be fine as long as they didn't eat the whole bowl. If they do, give us a call and we'll take it from there. Dog food is usually made mostly out of grains which are part of the goat's diet anyway. The part that is bad for them is the animal protein in it. We will need to know what percentage of meat the food has. Now, our goats have stolen the dog food plenty of times and never had an issue, so even it's not good, it's definitely not the worst. We suggest picking up the dog's water and food prior to the baby goat's arrival bowl just in case, to prevent any cross contamination. Better to be safe!
Can we take the baby goat for a walk?
Absolutely! goats love a good adventure! Our bigger goats are a bit more willing to go for longer walks, while the babies are a tad more reluctant to follow. We'd recommend to start with a short walk and see how they do, because there's a chance that you may have to carry them home in arms if they refuse to walk, and no one is more stubborn than a goat! If you run into a pup on your walk, please pick up the baby goat off the ground for their safety.
Can the kids walk the goats?
Kids under 7 years old can hold on to the leash at the same time as their parent or adult guardian. Kids from 7 to 13 can walk the goats with close adult supervision.
Why is the age range of kids on the form important?
Because depending on the age, we will recommend a goat that will be best suited for the kids.
The renter assumes all responsibilities and liability if anything happens to the baby goat and/or people or objects damaged while interacting with the goat.
The same Waiver and Agreement as the "Alpaca Visits" apply for the baby goat rentals. To see the waiver and agreement go to Pet Rentals, and click on Alpaca Visits, then scroll to the bottom to download the file.