The Pygmy

The Pygmy Goat is hardy, alert and animated, good-natured and gregarious ; a docile, responsive pet, a cooperative provider of milk, and an ecologically effective browser. The Pygmy goat is an asset in a wide variety of settings, and can adapt to virtually all climates.Pygmy goats originated in the Camaroon Valley of western Africa, hence the official name of African Pygmy Goats. They were imported into the United States from European zoos about 50 years ago for use in zoos and as a research animal. They were eventually acquired by private breeders and quickly gained popularity by the public due to their good-natured personalities, friendliness and hardy constitution.