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On this 93rd episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura start their series of diving into each of the dairy goat breeds.  This week we welcome Brandi Giachino and Nate Funk to share their thoughts on Oberhasli--both a historical look and also where the breed is going.  

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Like most industries, there are myths and "old wives' tales" in the dairy goat world.  On this lighthearted episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura bust some myths and talk about the truths that may lie behind others.  

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The eternal question that comes up every fall--do I breed this year's kids to freshen as yearlings?  On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by "Dr. Ed" to discuss this important question.

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We are so excited to have Randy and Mary as our guests this week!  Join us as we talk about extended lactations, managing a commercial herd and other delightful aspects of the Marran herd in Wisconsin.

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A jam-packed week in Syracuse, NY at the 2022 ADGA Convention is the topic for this week, and Cameron and Laura are joined by Melanie Bohren from Colorado to recap all of the "goings-on" from ADGA's annual meeting.  

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It's a dairy goat youth party!  Join Cameron, Laura and the amazing ADGA youth who  attended the 2022 ADGA Convention Youth Program to find out their thoughts about involvement in dairy goats.

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This  episode focuses on a topic that can be hard to discuss....mental health.  We are joined by Courntey Spaulding, a dairy goat breeder from Waitsfield, Vermont, who holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Science from Auburn University, a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Saint Michael’s College, and is a current Ph.D. Student in Couple and Family Therapy at Antioch University New England.  She is a Pre-licensed professional, working under licensed supervision, completing hours towards licensure for Marriage and Family Therapy and currently works as  a Mental Health Clinician at Northland Adventure Education & Therapy Center, Inc. specializing in Couples Therapy and Nature-based therapies. On top of this, she has been an active breeder of Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats since 2019 at her Northland Farm.    Join us as Courtney talks about the healing power of animals and how to keep yourself and your friends healthy when coping with difficult issues.

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On our 86th episode, Cameron and Laura "get real" in talking about some difficult things that they have faced recently with their herds.....hoping that their experiences may help others avoid heartache and challenges.  

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Goat Gab at its most elemental form.....just two dairy goat breeders gabbing about various topics.  Join Laura and Cameron this week as we talk about the end of show season, ADGA issues, and making the final cuts.  

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On this 84th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron talk about ideas behind choosing your herd's next sire.....what you might consider and how to make that reservation.