About Guernseys
Guernsey goats are a rare breed in the United States, with few numbers and even fewer conservation breeders. The Guernsey dairy goat was developed using genetics from the rare Golden Guernsey Goats, an official dairy breed registered with the British Goat Society. The Guernsey dairy goat is medium in size. The ears are erect and often set slightly lower than Swiss breeds and carried horizontally, or forward in what is termed the “bonnet” position when viewed in profile. Ear tips can be slightly upturned. The ears must not be pendulous. The nose should be either straight or dished. See more about the breed at the US Guernsey Goat Conservancy.
The reason we chose Guernseys for our homestead is because of their natural hardiness, and their tendencies to be parasite resistant and feed efficient, productive milkers, as well as extremely docile and quiet. The bucks are even less smelly than other standard breeds, if you can imagine that! That beautiful, long, golden coat is a bonus.
The reason we chose Guernseys for our homestead is because of their natural hardiness, and their tendencies to be parasite resistant and feed efficient, productive milkers, as well as extremely docile and quiet. The bucks are even less smelly than other standard breeds, if you can imagine that! That beautiful, long, golden coat is a bonus.
Our Standards
Just like the rest of our animals, our goats are raised holistically and fed non-GMO feed as a supplement to forage and hay. And just as nature intended, the babies born here always keep their amazing horns to help with temperature regulation among other things. Because of their docile nature, not ONE of them has ever used their horns against a person. We have bred these goats up from scratch with solid Swiss foundation does and Guernsey bucks in accordance with the British Goat Society standards and we are proud of the offspring every single year. Our focus is first and foremost on hardiness and parasite resistance as well as feed efficiency. Quality milk along with correct udder structure and production (while still being feed efficient) is also a priority. Breeding animals should be strong and capable. Most of our goats give us twins every year and are still able to share milk with us humans. We do not separate the babies from the mamas like most dairy goat farmers, as we feel it is important to provide a stress free environment for the animals to aide in avoiding health issues.
BGS Registered Guernsey Herd Sires
Verandas Jacaranda (“Jac”) - BG
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Jac's father is a real deal GOLDEN Guernsey. He sports luxurious long locks of golden hair and a massive set of horns on a correct and strong body. If you'd like to get on our waiting list for any available offspring to advance your program, please contact us.
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BGS Registered Guernsey Does
HigherGround YellowBelle- HB2 (94%)
Belle is a dainty and delightful, dark-gold with roaning, long-haired girl with a super quiet, laid back disposition. She is still awaiting a suitor for Fall 2023 breeding, as she is a Jac daughter.
Sheepcreek Skywalker - BG (99%+)
“Sky” is a beautiful doeling bred by our good friend Jinece, of Sheep Creek Farm, in MO. This girl comes from a long line of correct, very nice milking goats. Her grandfather is Jac and great-grandfather is Vincente, so she is also awaiting a new suitor for Fall 2023 breeding.
Sheepcreek Vie - HB2 (94%+)
Vie is a quiet, shy girl that doesn’t realize how great she is. She sports good looks in every direction. Her mother is an ADGA Reserve Grand Champion. She was disbudded before we got her but her babies will not be.
Sheepcreek Artie - HB2 (94%+)
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Artie is dark gold with roaning, and she flaunts what her mama gave her. Did we mention that her mother is an ADGA Permanent Grand Champion? She is also POLLED (naturally born without horns) and will produce offspring that are about 50/50, polled/horned. Her horned babies will be keeping their horns.Sheepcreek Ladybug - HB1 (88%+)
Little Lady is fluffy, giraffe polled, and a sweet, curious girl with impressive lineage with lots of Golden Guernseys in close relation. |