Is it possible to get free goats?

It is sometimes possible to find free goats through printed or online classifieds. In some cases, goats may also be offered as a barter for other livestock, products or services.

Farmers sometimes give goats away, typically advertising them in online classifieds, industry newspapers or through community bulletins. Free livestock is more readily found just before cool weather sets in, as farmers wish to avoid having to feed the animals. When looking into free goats, a person should inquire into the animal's age, gender and the reason the goat is free. In some cases, farmers give goats away for free due to illness or behavior issues, which could pose problems for the recipient.