Lucky E Ranch

We came about getting into the Goats and Donkeys when a friend that had them decided to move to Colorado. We decided that we would like to take the animals in and give them a nice caring home. We are so happy that we did and we are enjoying them and are looking forward to growing bigger.
We have started out with 8 Nigerian Dwarf Goats, One Buck, One Wither (Castrated Male), Two Adult Does and Four Doe Kids.
A healthy Nigerian Dairy doe can produce a surprising amount of sweet milk for her small size - up to two quarts per day or more. In addition, Nigerian goat milk is higher in butterfat (6-10%) and higher in protein than milk from most dairy goat breeds.
Their calm, even temperament and engaging personalities make them suitable companions for all, including children, the disabled and the elderly. Even breeding bucks are handled easily. They make wonderful pets and great animal projects for young children in 4H or FFA.
Breeders of other types of goats find their Nigerian goats blend in with the rest of their herd and do not need special quarters; just adequate fending to contain them because of their small size. Many Nigerian goats share pastures peacefully with other livestock such as cattle, horses, llamas and donkeys. In fact, they will often improve a pasture by removing brambles, undergrowth (including weeds) and ivy (even poison ivy) that other livestock won't eat.
We also acquired "Sparky", a Sicilian Donkey along with the Goats.
We have registered Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats, If bred, and cared for correctly these guys will amaze you!
A few reasons we went with this breed:
#1 They are smaller so easier to handle.
#2 Have the highest percent in butterfat which makes their milk the sweetest.
#3 Best of all they are very docile goats!