A well-designed housing environment is essential for maintaining the health and productivity of goats. “When it comes to goat health, one of the biggest challenges you’ve got with housed animals is having enough fresh air in circulation, at the right temperature and with the right air flow”, says customer Charlie Whitehouse. Buildings where airflow is limited may benefit from an air ventilation system such as VentTube Fresh to ensure air exchanges but limit drafts.  Installing VVS curtains helps prevent condensation build up, which can create a damp environment that encourages the growth of harmful pathogens, negatively affecting goat health. “The automated VVS system we installed increases the quality of the air and subsequently improves the goats’ environment – it’s an absolute game changer,” says long standing customer, Charlie.  “In hotter weather the curtains are open all night but, if we suddenly get a chillier evening, they automatically close at the right time and we haven’t got to think about it.”

Our Sales Team are on hand to visit your site to advise on ventilation systems for your goat shed.

Shading is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect goats from the effects of direct sunlight, a major contributor to heat stress. Providing shaded areas during the hottest parts of the day is essential for preventing overheating when goats are outdoors. Products such as Stockshade provide a really simple, cost-effective option for shading.

Heat stress can negatively impact meat quality, reduce both the quality and quantity of milk, and weaken the immune system, making goats more susceptible to disease. Ensuring adequate shade helps maintain their health, productivity, and overall wellbeing. Give our of our Sales Team a ring today on 01531 637900.