As one decides the economic model one wants to pursue with goats, the breed of choice becomes clear. Our choice was to follow the meat model, due to ease of sale through the stock pen. But no matter which avenue one chooses, housing and fencing must fit the breed and not the other way around. Some goat breeds are reported to jump fences like gazelles, while others only require basic fencing. Some breeds require substantial housing, while others have been bred to need only rudimentary forms. Also, there can be a lot of differences in even the same breed as to their temperament and hardiness.
