Pine Haven

Pine Haven is a mini LaMancha goat breeder in Sharpsburg, MD, Washington County near Hagerstown. It follows comprehensive health screening protocols recommended by national goat registries, including regular testing for caprine arthritis encephalitis and caseous lymphadenitis.

Its goats enjoy daily turnout on pasture and are socialized from birth to encourage friendly, confident temperaments. Cari Houser applies sustainable farm practices inherited from her family, overseeing nutrition with a balanced forage and grain diet. The herd includes multiple generations of careful selection for udder quality and hardiness, resulting in does that excel as both companions and milk producers.

Local hobby farmers and 4-H members often note the consistent quality of Pine Haven stock and its reliable support for first-time goat keepers. It maintains active membership in regional and national dairy goat associations to stay current with breeding standards. Its kids receive routine hoof trimming and are offered supplemental bottle feeding when needed to ensure healthy development.