Welcome to Waitotara Pygmy Goats
Top quality Pet Breeder
Who wants a gorgeous tiny goat?
Unfortunately, there are no available babies at the moment. The breed has not been in NZ long enough to breed up enough babies. I do have a list of interested people, so if you would like me to add you to the list, please send me your details. Thank you.
Our Story
What Motivates Us
Waitotara Pygmy Goats is a family-run business dedicated to breeding and raising healthy, happy goats. We believe in promoting the wellbeing of our animals and providing them with the best care possible. Our goats are raised in a natural environment and are treated with kindness and respect. We specialize in the African Pygmy goat, which is known for its friendly and curious nature. We are proud to offer these goats for sale, and to be able to share their unique characteristics with the rest of NZ. Visit our website today and learn more about how you can bring one of these friendly goats into your life.
Our first ever virtual show, with entrants from Australia and little old me from NZ. Judged by an American Pygmy Goat Judge.
Class: Does 90% up to 100% under 2 yr
1st place: Trinity Nancy Jean- Lisa Bradley, Waitotara
Judge feed back: One is placing over two for having a stronger, straighter topline, especially in the area of the chine, as well as for having stronger, straighter forelegs and a more animated appearance.
To see the full results, go to
https://www.npgaa.com.au/
Breed Standards
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Pygmy Goat has African origins. It is genetically small, cobby, and compact. Its frame is clearly defined and well angulated; limbs and head are short relative to body length. The Pygmy Goat is full-barrelled and well muscled; the body circumference in relation to height and weight is proportionately greater than that of other breeds. The short, broad head has a concave or dished profile.. The ears are small, alert, and erect.
The Pygmy Goat is hardy, agile, alert and animated, good-natured, and gregarious. They produce high quality milk, often with exceptionally high butterfat content.
BREED CHARACTERISTICS:
COAT - The full coat of straight, medium long hair varies in density with seasons and climates. On does, beards may be non-existent or sparse. On adult bucks, abundant hair growth is desirable; the beard to be full, long and flowing, the copious mane draping, cape-like, across the shoulders.
COLOR AND BREED-SPECIFIC MARKINGS:
Any colour and colour combination is acceptable in New Zealand – Pygmies bred by upgrading from non-Pygmy does potentially carry a diverse range of colours.
Full-blood stock imported as embryo from the US/Australia conform to the preferred colours listed below.
THE PREFERRED COLOURS RRECOGNISED IN THE US:
Solid black
Black
Agouti
Caramel with black markings
Caramel with brown markings
Height and cannon length (Purebred measurements)Shall not exceed:
Under 6 months
Height: Does: 47cm Bucks: 47.5cm
Cannon: Does: 10cm Bucks: 11cm
6 to 12 months
Height: Does: 52cm Bucks: 52.5cm
Cannon: Does: 11cm Bucks: 11.5cm
12 months and over
Height: Does: 57cm Bucks: 60cm
Cannon: Does: 11.5cm Bucks: 12cm
A Bit of Background
Pygmy Goats’ Transition from Utility to Pet
History: The British took West African Dwarf goats to Europe during their colonization of western Africa in the nineteenth century. In Germany and Sweden, they were exhibited as exotic animals in zoos. Exports of these animals reached Great Britain, Canada, and the United States. In Europe, they were developed into the Dutch Dwarf and the Pygmy breed of Great Britain. Cameroon Dwarf goats were shipped from Europe to the US in the late fifties, and their offspring were sold to zoos, research facilities, and private individuals. Thereafter, they gained popularity as pets and show animals. In the U.S., they were developed into Pygmy goats and Nigerian Dwarf goats. Australian herds were developed from frozen sperm and embryos imported from the US.
Contact Us
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with any questions, or to tell us about the animal you are hoping for.
East Tākaka, 7183
New Zealand
0277169398
