Pet and companion goats
Every breed in our list kept primarily or secondarily for pet and companion goats, one sortable table, group medians as a fixed top row.
| Breed | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median of the 2 breeds listed here. | – | ||
| Fainting Goat (Myotonic)also kept for pet and companion goats | Standard | 50–150 lb | Docile |
| Pygoraalso kept for pet and companion goats | Miniature | 75–120 lb | Docile |
What to look for
Start with your own purpose, then check the temperament and management columns against your setup. Fencing, climate and noise tolerance matter as much as the headline number for most first-time keepers.