John P Blake

John P Blake, Kiko goats, Waukon, IA, northeast Iowa near Dubuque. He runs a small-scale breeding program on rolling pastures where each animal receives routine health screenings and balanced nutrition year round.

Blake practices rotational grazing and provides clean shelters that protect goats during cold winters and humid summers in this region. Every kid is handled daily from birth to foster trust and ease around visitors or in livestock shows should owners wish to exhibit offspring later. The herd originates from stock selected for hardiness, growth rates and gentle disposition qualities valued by homesteaders and small dairy operations alike.

John P Blake has developed relationships with regional extension agents and goat associations to stay current on best practices and participate in occasional workshops. Local reviews often mention the consistent health and calm temperament of his goats, reflecting a breeding philosophy grounded in animal welfare and practical utility.