Escape Proof Goat Fencing

Goat fencing tip 5.

Escape proof goat fencing.

So before you ever put a goat in an electric fence set it up in their regular pen and let them test it out. I nailed a small piece of 2 x 4 on the outside to strenghten the gate even further see below. Woven wire is preferred by most goat owners. Be sure that it is working well before they touch it.

For this reason always check your fences either seasonally or monthly to make sure there are no gaps or cut lines where your goats can accidentally escape to those greener pastures. The fence height ranges from 32 inches to 47 inches. Though chain link fence may be among the most goat proof of fencing materials it is probably the most expensive option so expensive that many resources won t even list it. If you want to know how to keep goats in electric fence keep it trimmed.

The fence needs to be pulled tight or goats may push the fence over and escape. I put the latches on the outside of the gate. This fence keeps each opening in place is sturdy and can withstand pushing climbing and general goat rowdiness. If you must ensure your goats don t leave their area this.

Rare is the goat farm that won t need fencing yet it s common to see farms where this part of the equation looks as if it were an afterthought. Goats have a reputation for escaping from fenced areas and if you ve been keeping goats for a while you know it s true. Then every so often we will have a day where we thoroughly check all fencing gates and latches to make sure that nothing needs repair. However it is more expensive but most often used for smaller pastures.

If it doesn t hit them hard the very first time they won t have absolute faith in it and one day they ll test it and that will be the day it s not working quite right and they ll go merrily on their way. This keeps the latch from bearing all the strain of a pushing force. Because as mentioned the smallest of holes can be an exit for your goat if they make up their mind that they are going to escape that day. Once those goats get a taste of freedom they are bit harder to contain.

If you have a very small herd however and the luxury of being able to afford it chain link is worth considering for long term permanent goat housing.