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While the primary purpose of Boer goats is meat production, a growing number of people are keeping them as companion pets or show goats. Known as "gentle giants" due to their large size and laid-back personalities, these docile goats are great with both children and other animals.

Boer goats tend to gain weight at about the same rate as their sire, so a buck from a proven fast-growing bloodline will command the highest price, as its offspring will tend to also be fast growers. The primary market for slaughter goats is a 2236 kg (4979 lb) kid; kids should reach marketable size at weaning age.

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This breed of goat has white fur and is usually bred for their meat. Typically, the Boer goat gets pregnant 3 times in 2 years and has two kids per pregnancy.

Goats do not have teeth in their upper jaw. They have 24 molars and 8 incisors. The length of gestation of a goat is between 145-155 days, with 150 days being the average. The life expectancy of a goat is 8-12 years.