Podcast Episodes

Call the Vet Now

Episode 158

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Most goat owners have faced a moment of uncertainty—sta…

Published on 5 months ago

Coping with the Loss of a Beloved Goat or Pet

Episode 157

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Losing a beloved animal—whether a goat, do…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

From Lab Coat to Cheesecloth: Dr. Kandice Marchant's Delicious Second Act

Episode 156

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What happens when a medical career ends—but a passion for…

Published on 7 months ago

Understanding Goat Polio: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Episode 155

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Goat polio is a serious and often misunderstood condition—freque…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Raising Goats in Canada

Episode 154

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In this episode, host Deborah Niemann is joined by M…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Dewormer Resistance: A Goat Owner’s Experience

Episode 153

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In this insightful and eye-open…

Published on 8 months ago

An American's Experience with Goats in Kenya

Episode 152

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In this fascinating episode, Debo…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Scrapie Updates in Goats and Sheep for 2025

Episode 151

As goat owners, understanding diseases that can affect our herds is crucial for maintaining healthy animals and preventing the spread of illnesses. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. L…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Hermaphroditism, Freemartinism, and Goat Infertility: Exploring Non-Infectious Causes

Episode 150

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When our does have trouble …

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Our First C-section: Caboose’s Story

Episode 149

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In this episode, host Deborah Niemann shares the emotion…

Published on 8 months, 4 weeks ago