This breed is known by many names, but Myotonic and Fainting Goats are the most common. Like other animals, however, the name doesn't always perfectly describe the animal. (For instance, koala bears are not bears, guinea pigs are neither pigs, nor from Guinea) As such, Myotonic Goats do not actually faint. They have a condition called "Myotonia" which makes the muscles lock up briefly when they are startled or excited. They remain fully awake and are not in any pain. Whatever you choose to call them, it is an amazing breed.
I choose Myotonics because they are a gentle, friendly and healthy breed. While
they can have health problems, as any animal can, Myotonics are more parasite resistant than other breeds of goat. They are also easy kidders, low maintenance, and multi-purpose goats. The Myotonics I have at this time are the smaller "pet" to mid-size. Our new buck, Freckles, is a larger "meat type" myotonic goat. I will be working on developing the two sizes seperately.

Myotonics have a variety of uses including:

~Higher meat/bone ratio than other meat breeds.
~Can be milked, although do not produce as much as Dairy breeds.
~Gentle and Friendly, they make wonderful pets.
~Some produce a cashmere coat that can be spun.

Our Myotonic Does

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Our Myotonic Buck

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