Dairy & Meat Goats

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Search 9,569 verified large animal vet practices for dairy and meat goat specialists near you. Filter by mobile farm calls, emergency availability, and small ruminant experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What services do goat vets provide?

Goat veterinarians provide herd health consultations, CDT (Clostridium and tetanus) vaccination, deworming and parasite management (FAMACHA scoring), reproduction services, pregnancy diagnosis, C-sections for difficult births (dystocia), nutritional consulting, and emergency care. Many work with both dairy and meat goat operations.

Why is it sometimes hard to find a goat vet?

Fewer large animal vets specialize in small ruminants compared to cattle and horses, partly due to lower commercial revenue per animal. However, many mixed-practice vets who treat cattle also see goats. Use the species filter in FarmVetGuide to find vets who list "Goats" as a treated species in your county.

What vaccines do goats need?

At minimum, goats should receive annual CDT vaccination (Clostridium perfringens types C & D plus tetanus). Depending on your region and herd status, your vet may also recommend vaccines for caseous lymphadenitis (CL), rabies, or respiratory diseases like Mannheimia (Pasteurella). Your goat vet will recommend a protocol tailored to your operation.

Do goat vets make farm calls?

Many do, especially in rural areas. Ambulatory or mobile goat vets travel to your farm for routine care, herd health visits, and emergencies. Some require that you haul in for diagnostics like X-rays. Use the "Mobile / Farm Calls" filter to find farm call vets in your area.

Can a cattle vet treat goats?

In most cases, yes. Many large animal vets who primarily treat cattle also have experience with goats and other small ruminants. Always confirm a vet has goat experience when scheduling. Medications and dosing can differ significantly from cattle, so species experience matters.