Billy's Herd Goat Farm

Billy’s Herd Goat Farm, goat breeder in Gold Bar, WA, in Snohomish County near Everett, raises healthy, well-socialized goats. Shannon Speed brings years of hands-on experience, works with local veterinarians, and maintains health testing to support strong herd welfare. Animals live on spacious pastures with custom-built shelters and daily socialization during all life stages.

The farm focuses on balanced nutrition using locally sourced feed, high-quality hay, and mineral supplements to support strong growth and milk quality. Emphasis on gentle handling, consistent routines, and early socialization aims to produce calm temperaments suited for small farms or homesteads. They follow guidelines recommended by industry groups and incorporate breeding soundness evaluations to ensure herd welfare and genetic diversity. This family-run farm values sustainable practices and habitat stewardship. Seasonal kidding takes place on pasture, allowing kids to adapt outdoors and develop resilience through gradual weaning.