Nishna View Fainters

Nishna View Fainters is a fainting (myotonic) goat breeder in Avoca, IA, Pottawattamie County near Council Bluffs. With years of responsible breeding guided by industry standards, it conducts routine health screenings, genetic testing to reduce inherited conditions, and participates in goat breeding associations. Kids are raised on pasture adjacent to the family homestead, where each animal receives early socialization and daily hands-on care.

Owner Emily Butcher focuses on calm temperaments and functional conformation, drawing on a background in small-scale livestock husbandry. They maintain a mixed forage and grain feeding regimen tailored to each goat’s needs. Routine hoof trimming, parasite control protocols and vaccination schedules support herd welfare and longevity. Several of their kids have been featured in local agricultural education programs as ambassadors for the breed. Nishna View Fainters supports lifelong placements by offering ongoing guidance to families and homesteaders.