Kamalaya Farm

21/08/2024

Today, I had the pleasure of spending the day with a fantastic group of high school students at Tweed River High School, sharing the ins and outs of preparing Nigerian Dwarf Dairy goats for the show ring. We covered everything from goat husbandry and biosecurity to the daily care that keeps these animals thriving.

Seeing their enthusiasm and curiosity reminds me why I'm so passionate about what I do. Passing on knowledge to the next generation of goat enthusiasts is not just a duty - its a joy. By teaching these future breeders, we're ensuring the longevity and success of our breed.

At Kamalaya Farm, we are committed not only to breeding premium Nigerian Dwarf goats but also to nurturing the community that surrounds them. Its about more than just breeding; its about building a strong, informed and passionate community of goat enthusiasts and we're proud to be part of a community that values education, care and the future of Nigerian Dwarfs in Australia.

(I had to blur heads in the photos as there is lots of red tape around publishing photos of children...thank you for understanding)

17/08/2024

08/08/2024

Thank you Kaya Studio for sharing this with me. A beautiful message to pass on to all of us animal lovers ❤️

Animals choose to come into our lives. They are part of our karma and we are part of theirs. Sometimes they are found "abandoned" or wandering, in the middle of a road or in danger in the heart of the night; other times they are found at the front door of the house, as sent by fate; other times they arrive from loved ones, neighbors or strangers.

Animals were already in our karma at least. In this life, as in the others. According to Brian Weiss, the same animal often incarnates itself several times during our lifetime, simply changing shape and coat, and being recognized by small gestures, details and subtle habits. This is clearly seen with cats.

When a "new" animal enters our house and knows exactly where to go, it's a sign that it simply says back. Many people, at the moment of death, receive the soothing vision not of a deceased relative, but rather of an animal. This means a lot. Because for our soul there is no difference between one species and another.

Animals are in our evolutionary path just like we are in theirs, for this reason we must respect them as sacred creatures and take the greatest care of them. They are part of us, in a different form of the universe.

28/07/2024

UPDATE
Kevin the Kamalaya Koala 🐨 was successfully released on the farm after being vaccinated, tagged and Microchipped.

25/07/2024

A special visitor to the farm this morning a young Koala 🐨 in the bucks shed.
He was safely removed & will be relocated after a check up at the local Koala Sanctuary.

25/07/2024

21/07/2024

This is an awesome read for those interested 😊

Have you ever wondered how a goat can wind up polled or with blue eyes? Check out this post to learn why this happens...

05/07/2024

18/06/2024

New arrivals

21/03/2024

Kamalaya Farm are super excited to be here with the DGSA at the 2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show. It is such a privilege to be able to compete at such a prestigious event. 🙏 We are in awe of the quality of animals and looking forward to competing with the very best of dairy breeds in Australia and really looking forward to the next two days of showing under an international judge. 🤩
We would love to see you in the goat Pavillion at the Sydney Royal Easter Show so please come and say Hi 😀

11/03/2024

Rubi Coco, photo shoot day.

Not too bad for a first attempt, at a photo that is. They don’t make it easy that’s for sure.

A beautiful little doe though💕.

🐐

28/02/2024

28/02/2024

So important to read...

Drenching every 6-8 weeks
I was contacted by someone who said they had just purchased some goats and the previous owner was drenching them every 6 to 8 weeks with Qdrench. I was rather horrified. It only took 18 months to develop resistance to Zolvix (monpanel) when a New Zealand goat farmer used it every 6 weeks to control worms.
Drenching so often means worms are not under control and the owner needs a worm plan and to use all available tools such as pasture height, cross species grazing, rotations, Bioworma etc to stop relying on just drenching.
My advice for the new owner of these over-drenched goats was :
"I would immediately do a DrenchCheck on the goats you bought - see www.wormboss.com.au . This is doing a worm egg count before and exactly 14 days after using a drench to check you got a 95% reduction in worm eggs or ideally zero worm eggs. Most people drench just before selling or on arrival so if within 14 days see the wormboss website for service providers and collect about 5 grams of faecal pellets and send away to a lab. Remove all air from ziplock or other containers and chill until posted.

If you have not purchased any worm drench yet don't buy Qdrench but use a newer active eg Zolvix Plus or Startect (although both the new actives have abamectin in them, the same as Qdrench as well as the new active). Please read the documents on my worm webpage -www.goatvetoz.com.au/worms "

25/02/2024

🌟 We're thrilled to receive such positive feedback from our amazing customers! A big shoutout to Jade from Miniature Goat Breeders Association for sharing her experience with Stockgain 🐐

Your testimonial truly brightens our day and inspires us to keep delivering top-notch products. 🥰

03/02/2024

28/12/2023

Oh Rubi Buster you are just the cutest.

Hand delivered by hubby this little guy is truly special.

14/12/2023

Finally got the camera out in the paddock this morning. I really hate taking paddock photo's. Murphys law goats will twist into some awkward shape just out of spite. Irrespective of this set back :-) Shaun and I are extremely proud of our breeding program and the quality of our animals. We are eternally grateful to Cheryle and Wyl of Old Mountain Farm in Maine, USA for entrusting us with their bloodlines and of course their friendship (an awesome bonus).

We are seeing more and more Nigerians bred in Australia that are too heavy and 'dwarfed' losing the beautiful elegance that Nigerians should be. At Kamalaya Farm we breed for Conformation, Dairy Strength and Elegance.

06/11/2023

Our beautiful Kamalaya babies at Murwillumbah Show 2023!!!

21/08/2023

Copied this off Cheryle and Wyls page...Couldnt help myself 🥰

14/08/2023

"Benji" loves to go to the beach with his best mate, Boson, the dog, followed by morning tea at a nearby cafe. The "affectionate" goat brings joy to the community.

13/06/2023

I love this … thank you O'Brien Farm CNY

**Shared from Katie Dean**

HOW MUCH FOR A GOAT?

Let me say a few words to you, yes you, the person who sends a text to just ask for the price. The person who calls and hears the price and says “I can buy a cheaper goat somewhere else”. I'll talk to you too; the person who doesn't care about papers because I want “just a pet and milk goat to raise”.

No registered goat is “just a pet and milk goat”.

Behind every purebred goat is a BREEDER. I use capital letters to distinguish a breeder from a backyard operation where no thought goes into the animals being bred except making more of them, regardless of body stature or health.

If you choose to buy a goat from a reputable and quality breeder, this breeder is responsible for every goat produced on their farm.

This breeder sometimes skips vacations and events, misses sleep, and most of their personal time is dedicated to their goats and their well being. The truly passionate breeder puts everything they can into it. Not only for goats that are sold, but also for every customer who owns a piece of their heart and is now a member of their large family!

A breeder will get his hands dirty, often covered in everything that comes with goat ownership including but not limited to birth. Because that's what life is all about... in the midst of birth and death is life. The wheel that keeps spinning. A breeder conducts ultrasounds, analytics, emergency vet calls, vaccinations, registrations, researches pedigrees, deworming, hoof trims and provides the base start for the future of the goat in handling, milking and showing.

Last but not least, the BREEDER CHOOSES the family who is lucky enough to have one of their goats. Yes, you read correctly!

* A real breeder chooses who they sell to. *
There really is no compensation that can offset the investment a breeder has made. A good breeder has other criteria for those who want to continue their bloodline, why? Because breeding isn't a responsibility to take lightly, it's a lifestyle choice reserved ONLY for the few devoted people willing to sacrifice. Our goats needs to be cared for, managed properly, and bred with the highest regard and intention.

Since a goat is never “just a pet” he/she is the legacy of the breeder - as well as little one's best friend, a caretaker of someone in need, therapy for the elderly, and/or someone's whole world!

Responsible breeding and possession of many goats is a lifestyle and commitment many can not understand or handle. 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our lives revolve around the goats! Please understand, we are putting everything we can into our prized possessions! These are not just "goats" to us

12/05/2023