Average Size:
* Height: 20-36 inches at the shoulder
* Weight: 70-250 pounds
Small Breeds:
* Nigerian Dwarf: 15-22 inches tall, 35-65 pounds
* Pygmy: 16-23 inches tall, 50-90 pounds
* Kiko: 18-24 inches tall, 70-100 pounds
Medium Breeds:
* Alpine: 26-32 inches tall, 100-150 pounds
* Saanen: 28-34 inches tall, 120-180 pounds
* Toggenburg: 26-32 inches tall, 100-150 pounds
Large Breeds:
* Boer: 28-36 inches tall, 150-250 pounds
* LaMancha: 24-32 inches tall, 100-150 pounds
* Nubian: 28-34 inches tall, 120-180 pounds
Factors Affecting Size:
* Breed: As mentioned above, breed plays a significant role in goat size.
* Nutrition: Goats that receive a well-balanced diet with sufficient nutrients will grow larger than those that are malnourished.
* Genetics: Individual goats within a breed can vary in size due to their genetic makeup.
* Environment: Factors such as climate and access to pasture can also influence goat size.
Note: These are just general guidelines. Actual size can vary depending on the individual goat.