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Are you concerned about the current food supply? Do you want to be more self-sufficient? Are you longing to raise goats and other animals for food but don’t know where to start? Do you wish you had a mentor to walk you through raising livestock?
I’m so glad you’re here!
In this podcast you’ll learn all about raising goats and other livestock, sustainable management systems that will keep you and your animals happy and healthy, and strategies to get self-sufficient by raising your own livestock for food.
Hi, I’m Millie. Animal Scientist, cattle girl turned goat rancher, co-owner of Dry Creek Livestock, and simple living enthusiast. Fifteen years ago, I began having severe joint pain that limited my mobility and affected every aspect of my life. With no answers from the medical community, I got to work researching and found that chemicals in our food supply were causing my problems. I removed them from my diet, and gradually my health and mobility were restored. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to raise all of our own meat, eggs, and dairy. I’ve put three decades of experience and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science together to teach you how to confidently raise livestock and give them the best life possible while fulfilling their ultimate purpose of nourishing your family, and I’m ready to share it with you!
If you’re ready to take control of your food supply, raise livestock with confidence, and provide your family with clean, healthy food, you’re in the right place!
Kick off your muck boots, pour a cup of coffee, and let’s talk livestock.
Email us: millie@getgoatwise.com
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** TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST **
Are you concerned about the current food supply? Do you want to be more self-sufficient? Are you longing to raise goats and other animals for food but don’t know where to start? Do you wish you had a mentor to walk you through raising livestock?
I’m so glad you’re here!
In this podcast you’ll learn all about raising goats and other livestock, sustainable management systems that will keep you and your animals happy and healthy, and strategies to get self-sufficient by raising your own livestock for food.
Hi, I’m Millie. Animal Scientist, cattle girl turned goat rancher, co-owner of Dry Creek Livestock, and simple living enthusiast. Fifteen years ago, I began having severe joint pain that limited my mobility and affected every aspect of my life. With no answers from the medical community, I got to work researching and found that chemicals in our food supply were causing my problems. I removed them from my diet, and gradually my health and mobility were restored. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to raise all of our own meat, eggs, and dairy. I’ve put three decades of experience and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science together to teach you how to confidently raise livestock and give them the best life possible while fulfilling their ultimate purpose of nourishing your family, and I’m ready to share it with you!
If you’re ready to take control of your food supply, raise livestock with confidence, and provide your family with clean, healthy food, you’re in the right place!
Kick off your muck boots, pour a cup of coffee, and let’s talk livestock.
Email us: millie@getgoatwise.com
Get premium meat fresh from the ranch: drycreekheritagemeats.com
See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock
87 | Coccidia in Goats: Understanding Coccidiosis, Symptoms, and Practical Prevention That Works
Coccidiosis is one of the most common kid-health problems goat owners face, and it’s one of the most misunderstood. Some herds battle it every year. Others hardly see it. In this episode, I’m breaking down what coccidia actually is, how it functions inside the gut, which strains are the most dangerous, and why stress and environment play such a big role in outbreaks.
I’m also sharing the major shifts we made in genetics, kidding season, and management that completely changed our coccidia situation. After years of losing show goats to coccidiosis, we haven’t had a single case in our main herd in three years—and I’ll walk you through exactly why.
And I’ll touch on some natural, tannin-based supplements that some producers use to support gut health in herds that battle chronic coccidiosis pressure. We’re incorporating one into our mineral mix right now, mainly for our show-goat breeders, and I’ll share updates as we see results.
Finally, if you think a kid might be dealing with coccidiosis, I explain why getting your vet involved quickly makes all the difference.
In This Episode, I Cover:
What coccidia is and how it functions in the intestinal lining
How infection spreads and why kids are most vulnerable
The strains of coccidia that cause the most damage
The genetic component: why some goats struggle more than others
How stress, moisture, overcrowding, and management influence outbreaks
Our real-world experience with coccidiosis in show goats
How shifting genetics and kidding season broke our coccidia cycle
Why chickens donot give goats coccidia
Natural tannin-based supplements some producers use for gut support
When it’s time to call your vet and why timing matters
Key Takeaways:
Coccidia are microscopic protozoa that damage the gut by destroying intestinal cells.
The most pathogenic strains includeEimeria ninakohlyakimovae, arloingi, and
Stress + moisture + high oocyst load = ideal conditions for coccidiosis.
Genetics and kidding-season timing have a huge impact on resilience.
Chickens cannot give goats coccidia—the strains are species specific.
Tannin-based supplements may support gut health in high-pressure herds.
Bottle kids remain more vulnerable due to stress and barn exposure.
Good management prevents most cases—but if you suspect coccidiosis, contacting your vet early is critical.
Mentions:
86 | Can Goats and Chickens Live Together? What’s Safe, What’s Not, and How to Do It Right
Related Episodes:
82 | Internal Parasites in Goats: Monitoring, Prevention, and Treatment for Barber Pole and Other Worms
68 | New to Raising Livestock? Risk Management Strategies When the Learning Curve is Steep
08 | When Animals Aren’t Working Out on the Homestead/ How to Evaluate Your Livestock Projects and Decide to Keep or Sell
All the Best,Millie
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Disclaimer:The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for animal health guidance.
** TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST **
Are you concerned about the current food supply? Do you want to be more self-sufficient? Are you longing to raise goats and other animals for food but don’t know where to start? Do you wish you had a mentor to walk you through raising livestock?
I’m so glad you’re here!
In this podcast you’ll learn all about raising goats and other livestock, sustainable management systems that will keep you and your animals happy and healthy, and strategies to get self-sufficient by raising your own livestock for food.
Hi, I’m Millie. Animal Scientist, cattle girl turned goat rancher, co-owner of Dry Creek Livestock, and simple living enthusiast. Fifteen years ago, I began having severe joint pain that limited my mobility and affected every aspect of my life. With no answers from the medical community, I got to work researching and found that chemicals in our food supply were causing my problems. I removed them from my diet, and gradually my health and mobility were restored. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to raise all of our own meat, eggs, and dairy. I’ve put three decades of experience and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science together to teach you how to confidently raise livestock and give them the best life possible while fulfilling their ultimate purpose of nourishing your family, and I’m ready to share it with you!
If you’re ready to take control of your food supply, raise livestock with confidence, and provide your family with clean, healthy food, you’re in the right place!
Kick off your muck boots, pour a cup of coffee, and let’s talk livestock.
Email us: millie@getgoatwise.com
Get premium meat fresh from the ranch: drycreekheritagemeats.com
See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock
