Matthew C. Claeys Extension Livestock Specialist Sharon B. Rogers Extension Livestock Technician General Knowledge Information Taking part in a 4-H Livestock Project can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Through the meat goat project you are given the opportunity to learn about taking care of an animal, working with other young people, and developing sound judgment skills. When beginning with any new project or activity it is a learning experience for all involved.
More knowledge is gained by taking part than by watching others.
Below are the most important aspects that you should know about your project animal to make your learning experience complete. Remember that the more you work with the meat goat project the more knowledge you can gain. Gender of animal Body Parts to Know Hock Neck Loin Shoulder Basic Equipment to Know Rope Halter Neck chain Collar Clippers Hoof trimmer Meat Goat Showmanship Danish Standards for 5 and 6 Year Old Exhibitors Showmanship provides the opportunity to show an animal to the best of your ability. You are judged on how well you show your animal. Judging for showmanship does not include the conformation of the animal.