Shining R Ranch

Shining R Ranch fainting (myotonic) goats in Belton, MO is located in Cass County and the Kansas City metro area. Its herd participates in the American Goat Society registry and follows recommended health screenings including muscle function evaluations and vaccination protocols. The farm has been nurturing this friendly breed for more than a decade, focusing on gentle handling from birth to build trust and social bonds.

Owner Brad Ratliff oversees daily care routines and small-group feeding sessions to monitor each animal’s health and temperament. Animals graze on mixed grass pastures each day and have access to a sheltered barn stocked with fresh bedding and mineral supplements.

Fainting (myotonic) goats are valued for their characteristic muscle stiffness, which is managed through regular exercise and balanced nutrition. Their calm temperaments and sturdy frames suit homesteads seeking low-maintenance livestock familiar with both pasture life and barn routines. Goats enjoy open shelters beside the barn and regular pasture time that supports natural behaviors and overall wellbeing.