Disbudding and Dehorning Goats: Understanding the Facts and Best Practices

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Reasons for NOT Disbudding and Dehorning: Floral Separator a. Cooling Mechanism b. Protection c. Pain and Risk of Infection Learn more

Methods of Disbudding: Floral Separator a. Hot Iron Disbudding b. Chemical Disbudding Learn more

Floral Separator Methods of Dehorning a. Barnes Dehorner b. Wire Saw or Gigli Saw c. Castration Band Learn more

Floral Separator Considerations for Disbudding and Dehorning a. Age of the Goat b. Pain Management c. Veterinary Involvement Learn more

Aftercare Floral Separator a. Wound Management b. Observation Learn more

Disbudding and dehorning are practices that require careful consideration and responsible execution.

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