We have a small farm located in Southern Illinois and specialize in fainting goats. We decided several years ago to escape the city life in California and move to rural Illinois.  Ever since we have been enjoying every minute with our animals. 

 

We are currently members of the International Fainting Goat Association and members of the Myotonic Goat Registry.   Please see our FOR SALE page for available goats.  At this time we will not ship goats.

 

 

 

Their origin has been sought after by a number of people but it only traces back to the early 1800's when a farm worker appeared in Marshall County, Tennessee, with three does and a buck that fainted.  It was thought by his dress that he might have come from Nova Scotia.  He was a quiet man and wouldn't talk to anyone so whatever he knew will remain a secret forever.  He eventually parted from Marshall County but before he did he sold his goats to Dr. H. H. Mayberry.  Fortunately Dr. Mayberry propagated them and tried his best to research their history.  He could find no evidence of such a breed anywhere else in the world.  He was convinced they were a breed because their unique traits are hereditary.

More about the breed

Fainting goats generally have large and prominent eyes.  This feature is often referred to as bug-eyed or pop-eyed.  These terms can be misleading, though many have eyes which seem to protrude form their sockets most often it's the structure of the eye socket itself that produces this feature.  Temperament is very laid back and gentle.  They are easy kidders and excellent mothers.  Reproduction traits differ and some are seasonal kidders while others will breed year round.  Fainting goats are easy to raise, easy to contain, can be a great meat animal, and are safe for children and neighbors.

What color and coat type do they have?

All colors, combinations, patterns, and markings seem to exist.  Hair  coats can vary from short to long, with many animals producing a noticeable amount of cashmere during the winter months.