About our stud

Golden Valley Goats is situated in Highvale, north west of Brisbane.  We love all goats, but our boutique stud is dedicated to just one breed: the Pygmy.

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We initially chose Pygmy goats over other breeds because of their friendly nature.  Their compact size was also an attraction both for ease of handling and to lessen the chance of our goats jumping fences.

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Pygmy goats are still relatively new in Australia, with the first goats being introduced as embryo transfers and imported semen from the United States about ten years ago.  Most were crossed with Australian Miniatures, although some with other breeds.  The goats' registration papers will state the percentage that is Pygmy.  There are very few 100% Pygmy goats in Australia.

Whilst we like having a majority of Pygmy genetics in each goat, we also value the Aussie Miniature contribution in our goats.  Many of the Australian Miniature goats are good quality, hardy animals and they come in a broader range of colours than the traditional three Pygmy colours meaning that we can aspire to breed a cobby, compact goat that fits with conformation requirements of the American Pygmy goat, but is available in both the traditional Pygmy colours as well as a broader and more exciting colour range.

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Please read our mission statement and code of ethics below as they guide everything we do with our goats.