How can I tell if my pygmy goat is pregnant?

Answer by  shane6741 (77)

In order to tell if your goat is pregnant you would want to test the estrogen in her urine. You can buy a kit that will test the estrogen level.

Answer by  GoatPerson (43)

For a while, you won't know if she is pregnant. Once she starts getting bigger, look if she has a utter. It may be barley there, but it will fill up completely shortly before giving birth. Most goats are OK giving birth by their selves without a vet's help.

Answer by  tofuturk (581)

Depending on how far along the goat is a vet can tell by manually palpating the area. Ultrasounds and bloodwork can detect the pregnancy before it can be felt.

Answer by  keepsmiling (648)

After breeding, if the female doesn't go back into heat it's a good sign of pregnancy. Check for changes in shape and weight.

Answer by  olive49 (424)

Because the goat kids will be very active, you should be able to feel them moving inside the mother by laying your hand on her belly.

Answer by  luvnmommy (53)

I have recently noticed my pygmy goat appears to be gaining weight. She has utters but they are not full. At this time I do not have a vehicle that can properly transport her to a veterinarian.