Dovetail Farm

Dovetail Farm, fainting (myotonic) goats, Townley, AL, is nestled in Walker County and the Black Warrior River valley near Birmingham. Owned by Leslie K. Draper, it has welcomed families to its countryside setting for more than a decade and maintains active membership in the American Dairy Goat Association. Every kid is raised indoors during the first weeks for gentle handling, then moved to spacious pastures with continuous access to fresh hay and clean water.

Herd health is monitored through regular vet visits and routine myotonia screening, and socialization sessions include supervised interactions with children and local therapy volunteers. Visitors often remark on the calm temperament and sturdy conformation of these goats, reflecting the farm’s commitment to thoughtful breeding and hands-on care. Seasonal farm tours offer hands-on experiences in hoof trimming and basic husbandry for small groups. Several kids have placed well at local fairs, a nod to the farm’s balanced focus on health and form.