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Is banding a full grown male goat done the same way as a little one?

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Yes, but they might be a bit more wild and will need more medication so you might need more than one person to help.

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At what age should I band a goat?

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In my experience, it is best to band goats at 6 weeks; this is about 2 weeks before they can impregnate a doe.

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What is the age limit on banding a goat?

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There is no age limit, but it is easiest when the goat is young.

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Do I put the rubber band on in the morning and take it off in the afternoon of the same day?

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No. You leave the rubber band on. It will fall off when the testicles fall off.

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Can a string be used to castrate a baby goat, or does it have to be a rubber band?

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It needs to be a castration band. As stated in the article above, office supplies will not work. I would not use string, as it is not elastic and could easily be too loose or too tight.

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Is this the way to neuter male goats and cows?

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Yes, you can have a vet band them or clamp. Clamping is when you take the clamping tool and squeeze above the testicles. This works 90% of the time.

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What happens if a nipple gets inside of the band?

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Be careful that the nipple stays outside the band. If it gets inside, cut it off and try again. Since this works like a baby's belly button, whatever is inside the band will shrivel and fall off.

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How do I help a goat kid that's just been banded?

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Check on him every day to look for any signs of infection. If you see any, apply antiseptic, and/or contact a vet.

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