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    How to train a goose

    I've never had Pilgrim Geese so am unable to say anything knowledgeable about their flying ability. I've only been a member of Back Yard Chickens for a day so am not familiar, yet, with the many groups, topics that are here. You may find someone in the goose area that could address your...
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    How to train a goose

    Did you acquire your geese as babies or adults? I have found that no matter what, if a gander has a female, no matter the breed, he will hiss, strike, whatever to protect his mate. Do you have a fenced area to release them in? Training to go to the coop is you herding them each evening to their...
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    Good geese for beginners and/or information on caring for geese

    As Skyfire mentioned, the American Buff is considered to be one of the more docile breeds of geese. A gander, on the other hand, though relatively docile, could be a problem for children. It's their nature to be "protectively masculine". Are you raising the goose with the turkeys and ducks? If...
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    Chickens and Goats

    Your goats and chickens will be fine as long as they are not cooped up in the same house. Goats are smart, Houdini in many ways. You want to make certain they cannot get to the chickens feed. They will get down on knees to crawl through an opening. If they have horns, they could get themselves...
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