you can go onto the ABGA website & they have rule for showing there are certain teat configurations that are acceptable besides the desired 2 teats as in dairy goats. I believe they just changed it slightly this year.
Dec 26, 2009 Rating
multiple teats by: marion
I raised boer goats for meat and they are very normal and if there is triplets the kids will use them all. It's more of an advantage then a flaw. However if using for show they will be disqualified
Jul 25, 2009 Rating
goats by: L.R.
I asked a question about multiple teats on Boer Goats, the response was, boer goats should have two evenly spaced teats on each side. I do not know who replied but if they read there comment they might want to change it. I am pretty sure that all goats should have only 1 teat on each side. Thanks
Jul 22, 2009 Rating
not imbreeding by: Kids Ranch
Mutiple teets is not a characteristic caused by imbreeding or linebreeding so much as it is caused by not culling. The standard for boer goats is two adequately spaced, functional teats per side. Nubs, fishtail, antler, clusters, and gourd teats are all irregularities that do not hurt the doe but could disqualify them from show. Even though not hurtful to the doe if your looking for good breeding stock to start with steer clear of these irregularities and cull when kids show these signs. However if your not worried about show goats or breeding stock for future sales then goats with these irregularities could possibly be bought for less money. Regardless of your intents be sure to steer clear of blind teats (teat or teats lacking orifices) as this could be life threating to future kids not being able to feed. For a good basic rundown on getting started and what to look for in boers and other goats check out Sue Weavers "Goats" a Hobby Farms book available at most ag or feed stores. Hope this helped ya out and good luck
