HOUSING AND SOCIAL NEEDS (cont)

The space recommendations for goats depend upon the body weight and number of animals in the pen. The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals contains a chart with the square footage recommendations in relation to animals per enclosure and varying body weights.

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The "Guide"

The Guide for the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Agricultural Research and Teaching also contains information on facilities and husbandry as well as other useful guidelines for environmental and social requirements. You should refer to these documents for specific recommendations.

The Guide recommends at least 20 square feet of floor area for goats weighing more than 50 kg.

 

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