Goats

Goats are friendly farm animals that have been raised by people for thousands of years. They have horns, cloven hooves, and often small beards. Goats come in many sizes and colors. People raise goats for their milk, meat, and wool.

Curious Climbers

Goats are famous for climbing. They can jump onto rocks, walls, and even trees. Their hooves help them grip steep surfaces. Goats are also very curious and will use their mouths to check out new things. They love to explore.

Goat Babies

Baby goats are called kids. They are playful and love to jump and run. Mother goats, called does, take good care of their kids. Male goats are called bucks or billies. Goats eat grass, leaves, and hay, and they can digest tough plants that other animals cannot.

Fun Facts

• Goats have rectangular-shaped pupils in their eyes.
• A goat's voice is called a bleat, and each goat has its own unique sound.
• Some goats can climb trees to reach tasty leaves.

Did You Know?

Goats do not actually eat tin cans, but they may chew on the paper labels, which smell like food.