The directions on how to milk a goat seemed identical to those on how to milk a
cow. The
method is * not identical, so as an experienced goat milker from wayback, I
will try to
outline the differences.
When you milk a cow, you pull down slightly on the teats.
When you milk a goat, there is no downward pull. If anything, you push * up
slightly.
quote: 4.
Take a teat into the palm of your hand.
5.
Squeeze the teat at the top with your thumb and forefinger; continue
squeezing each finger around the teat, forcing the milk in a stream until
all your fingers are around the teat. end of quote.
Very few goats would have teats this big. Usually just the thumb and
forefinger followed
by the second finger curled around and pushing the teat against the base of
your thumb is
sufficient to empty it for that one pass.
hear endeth the lesson.
Goats take very kindly to machine milking too.
Jewel
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ray Boyce" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2006 6:36 PM
Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Tried Milking a goat, Here is How
Hi
Goat's milk can be a good substitute for people who are allergic to cow's
milk. Goat's milk can also be used to make butter, cheese, yogurt and ice
cream.
Steps:
1.
Place the goat in a milking stand.
2.
Clean the udder.
3.
Place a bucket under the teats.
4.
Take a teat into the palm of your hand.
5.
Squeeze the teat at the top with your thumb and forefinger; continue
squeezing each finger around the teat, forcing the milk in a stream until
all your
fingers are around the teat.
6.
Repeat step 5 until only a small amount of milk comes out and the udder is
soft to the touch.
Tips:
This is a good time to check your goat for any problems and do hoof trimming
if needed.
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