The Australian miniature goat is a breed of goat created in 1995.
This concept was developed by Sue Ludwig, and was based on carefully-selected genetically smaller feral goats in the effort to produce animals similar in height and type to the Nigerian dwarf goats commonly kept overseas. Small Cashmere and Angora goats are often used in miniature goat production too.
A club was formed in February 2000 to unite breeders interested in creating a...
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The Australian miniature goat is a breed of goat created in 1995.
This concept was developed by Sue Ludwig, and was based on carefully-selected genetically smaller feral goats in the effort to produce animals similar in height and type to the Nigerian dwarf goats commonly kept overseas. Small Cashmere and Angora goats are often used in miniature goat production too.
A club was formed in February 2000 to unite breeders interested in creating and developing the breed and over the years standards have been set for four types within the Australian miniature goat breed:
All types are recognised in any colour and coat types range from short and sleek, to cashmere, or sheltie coat (long, non-shedding, evenly distributed).
The breed measures up to 57cm (22.5") for adult females and 60cm (23.5") for adult males.A Grading system is in place for the development of the breed and animals up to 63.5cm (25") are accepted for registration in the lower grades.The height is taken with a right...
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