They can also provide a surprising amount of milk for their size if you decide you want your own delicious goat milk. Bucks are able to be used for service as young as 3 months of age and easily by the time they are 7 or 8 months old. Dwarf bucks are vigorous breeders but are gentle enough to be used for hand breeding or pasture breeding. Both methods are used successfully. It must not contain urea as this is toxic to goats.
Many breeders give less grain if good pasture and browse is available.
Hay or pasture should always be available free choice. Fresh, clean water in clean containers should also be available at all times. Dwarf goats, like all other breeds, need some basic care for good health and long life. Hooves should be trimmed regularly, about every 4- 8 weeks. A properly trimmed hoof should be shaped the same as a kid goats'.