Zehr Ranch's

Zehr Ranch’s fainting (myotonic) goats in Somerset, OH are raised on rolling pastures in Perry County and the Columbus area, where limestone soils foster diverse forage. The herd benefits from routine health screenings, including genetic myotonia testing and targeted parasite control, to support sound breeding practices. Over more than a decade the ranch has refined its selection to emphasize sturdy build and gentle disposition in line with breed characteristics.

Kids receive daily handling from the moment they arrive, and adults enjoy open-air shelters with straw bedding, secure fencing and automated water stations. Animals graze on native grasses and browse under rotational grazing schemes, supplemented with balanced feed plans sourced from nearby cooperatives. With family ties to regional homesteading traditions dating back generations, the ranch combines time-tested husbandry with modern welfare routines. The goats display steady manners and a hardy constitution that reflect the ranch’s commitment to careful stewardship and lasting well-being.