Response to nubian update

John, just a note of caution, make sure there is good ventilation. If the shed is too airtight the ammonia = pneumonia and other resperatory problems. You don't want moisture build up. There should be some airflow, not drafts, but some roof vents or open eves between the roof and wall, someway to ensure air movement and fresh air circulation. Sounds like your really doing it right, tho!! I found it helpful to visit different breeders and dairies to get ideas...one of the best ideas I got was to put screen door springs on the stall doors so they will always close shut behind me! Goats like to bolt for the open door! Also, make sure the stall doors open into the stall and not open to freedom; they like to jump up on the doors a lot to say hi and this can stress latches to the max. Better to stress a beam or wood block stop.

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