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RE: Goat Farm, Day 11: Trimming Goat Hooves.
trimming hooves for the first time is always nerve wracking. But then it can be enjoyable.
trimming hooves for the first time is always nerve wracking. But then it can be enjoyable.
It was a bit at first. I was probably a bit too conservative because I didn't want to cut off too much and make them bleed. Also, some of the larger goats had gone too long between trimmings so they were really bad -- poor things. After I got in the swing of it, it went pretty well. I think this crew could work on improving their setup and make sure their tools are sharpened before doing so. That and do it more frequently so it doesn't get as out of hand.
Yes I am more conservative with the trimming too. I don't want to cut too much off! My goats are due for a trimming now, actually. And they grow so fast and sneak up on me!