OK, now for my question for the group. I need opinions!!! I have a Saanen and will need to get a buck before next spring, so Im looking at younger ones now, since most ppl just had kids drop in early spring. I haven't had any luck findng another Saanen, but the more I thought about it, the more I like the idea of crossing 2 breeds. Saanen have high volume, but low butter-fat, so I think another goat thats known for high butter-fat would be nice for offspring. Im not worried about papers obviously. My only concern is getting a buck who can at least half-way match my Saanens big size. Nubians sound nice on my computer screen, they have very high butter fat though lower volume and are a duel purpose breed (good since we plan on eating any buck off spring), but I really haven't seen a full grown, in tact buck in person so I have no realistic idea on their size. Anyone who could give me some advice, I'd be thankfull. The most common, and therefore easiest breeds to find around me are-- Boer (I know its a meat goat), and Nubians, with the occasional Alpines. I should also say Im interested in the Nubian more because they are a hot climate goat, and the babies will be better suited to Missouri hot summers. Alpines are awesome, but I think I'd have the same problem I already have with my Saanen, they just don't do as well in the heat.
