Eastover Fainting Farm

Eastover Fainting Farm is a breeder of fainting (myotonic) goats in Fayetteville, NC, in Cumberland County and the Sandhills near Raleigh. Sheri Fowler has spent several years refining her breeding program, registering her herd with recognized livestock associations and conducting regular health screenings for genetic conditions common to fainting goats. The goats graze on spacious pastures and receive daily socialization, with shelter available year-round to protect against seasonal weather. Set on a working farm established decades ago, Eastover Fainting Farm emphasizes a low-stress environment that highlights the breed’s gentle temperament.

Young stock are handled from birth to encourage confidence and familiarity with people before joining new herds. Compliance with best practices in nutrition and biosecurity supports long-term herd health in all seasons. Breeding selections focus on structural soundness and genetic diversity, with records maintained for each animal’s lineage. Nestled among pine stands and open fields, the farm layout encourages natural grazing patterns.