How to Milk Your Goat

Goat's milk can be a good substitute for people who are allergic to cow's milk. Goat's milk can also be used to make butter, cheese, yogurt and ice cream.

Things You'll Need

  • Milking Pails
  • Milking Stands
  • Pet Collars
  • Lead Ropes
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place the goat in a milking stand.

    • 2

      Clean the udder.

    • 3

      Place a bucket under the teats.

    • 4

      Take a teat into the palm of your hand.

    • 5

      Squeeze the teat at the top with your thumb and forefinger; continue squeezing each finger around the teat, forcing the milk in a stream until all your fingers are around the teat.

    • 6

      Repeat step 5 until only a small amount of milk comes out and the udder is soft to the touch.