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[Duck-Slayer]

Lots of wrong and opinionated information out there on this subject. I would ask for this thread too be pinned at the top of the most appropriate forum.

This thread is to educate people so they can make there own decisions on the subject.

Im posting several links and papers related to this subject.
Matt

Goats and Bighorn Sheep: Packgoats ARE NOT a hazard to Bighorn Sheep

This article clears up the confusion that Goats and Bighorn sheep do not contaminate each other. Supposed hazard to Bighorn Sheep is rampant misinformation.

packgoats.com

https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/cache/DOC156_Final_published_Besser_goat_Movi_journal.pone.0178707.pdf?20170723091143

 

[Duck-Slayer]

What you should have done to your goats before packing with them or buying them.

1. make sure they are tested for the MOVI strain of pneumonia.

here is a link to who does the test,

https://waddl.vetmed.wsu.edu/

Only place I know in the NW that does the MOVI test.

MOVI is a strain of pneumonia that causes death in wild big Horn sheep.
Matt

 

[Aginor]

My man! This is straight up my alley. Hope to get lots of good information

 

[Crowmangler]

watch out for the Taliban

 

[Billy Goat]

I be posting this in the stock forum.

 

[MattB]

The article you posted suggested it is likely goats transmitted pink eye to sheep in AZ's Silver Bells, which essentially contradicts the title of the article.

Bighorn sheep vulnerable to diseases

arizonasonoranewsservice.com

 

[Duck-Slayer]

Another good source for good pack goat practices.

Best Management Practices (BMP’s) – NAPgA

www.napga.org

Matt

 

[Duck-Slayer]

The article you posted suggested it is likely goats transmitted pink eye to sheep in AZ's Silver Bells, which essentially contradicts the title of the article.

Bighorn sheep vulnerable to diseases

arizonasonoranewsservice.com

I am simply trying to show both sides of the story not just 1. And suggesting something is not fact right? Cows, sheep, goats, mountain goats all have/get pink eye....
Matt

 

[MasterTimo]

Awesome thread.
Looking forward to lots of good information.

 

[Legend]

Thanks for the article.

 

[Duck-Slayer]

Another good read for those wondering how much a pack goat can carry.
Matt

How Much Can A Pack Goat Carry

Knowing how much a pack goat can carry can make all the differnce in the world to your future success as a packer and a goat owner.

packgoats.com

 

[Duck-Slayer]

Here is a great podcast.
Matt

Google Podcasts is no longer available

podcasts.google.com

 

[Ryan Avery]

If you want to keep pack goats in the woods you need to join NAPgA and follow their best management practices.

NAPgA | National Organization for Packgoats and Goatpacking

The North American Packgoat Association seeks to further the pursuit of goatpacking by sharing the knowledge, ideas, & experiences of its members.

www.napga.org

 

[Ryan Avery]

#60 Pack Goats with Marc Warnke - Avery Adventures

Pack Goats are getting more popular in the backcountry. Marc comes on to answer our questions about these little mighty mites. Pack Goats Top End Adventures Avery Adventures Share thisFacebookXRedditEmail

averyadventures.com

 

[Duck-Slayer]

Here’s a decent article on MOVI
Matt

 

[Duck-Slayer]

Probably the best podcast I’ve listened to for bighorns and pack goats.
Matt

Google Podcasts is no longer available

podcasts.google.com

 

[Highdesertpursuit]

Thanks for the links, very helpful.