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Saanen Goat
The Swiss dairy standard and the highest-yielding goat breed, widely used to upgrade local stock.
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Saanen facts
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| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Saanen valley, Switzerland | Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock |
| Purpose | Dairy | Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock |
| Temperament | Calm, friendly and easy to manage | Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock |
| Average Weight | 65–85 kgNote: Does ≈65 kg; bucks ≈80–85 kg. | Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock |
| Milk Production | 2–4.5 L/dayNote: Annual yields of 300–2,000 kg over 150–300 days; French records average ≈1,285 kg in 301 days. | Wikipedia |
| Heat Tolerance | Moderate: a temperate breed that needs shade and cooling in hot summers | Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock |
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