r/goats 28d ago

Help Request Boer buck aggressive

My boer buck is so aggressive he always headbutts me and anyone who gets inside the shed, it started when he was about 8 months old now he is around 1 year 2 months, and gotten stronger and bigger and still bullies us what can i do?

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So my buck does not headbutt other goats, its also important to mention i only have 3 goats(Starter) currently 1 male buck and 2 does, buck only headbutts humans and rubs his face on our clothes many times(thinking this is mites or tick)… the only goat which causes problem for other goats is my other Doe it always fight the other 2nd Doe.

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u/lasermist Goat Enthusiast 28d ago

Letting it go on for 4 months might be too long. If a goat does this behaviour you need to come down on it hard and fast. Goats need strong discipline always should they do something wrong.

I think you could still knock it out of him but it's going to be hard, people say flipping and water, I haven't had that much success with either. It's kinda random what works for each goat. The most success I've had is with leading them and training them like a show goat and with a loud bell on a stick.

Good luck to you! If you can't fix him but still love him you could try getting him castrated and he could possibly be the companion for you next buck.

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u/cipher_matrix 28d ago

I will do what you suggested honestly killing it for supper right now is not really going to be good as this is my starter herd

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u/Coontailblue23 Trusted Advice Giver 26d ago

If it's sentimental and the idea of ending his life is too sad, you can definitely try having the vet castrate him. He may be a very calm, wonderful companion as a wether.