Finally!

Okay, we finally have kids! We have two new doelings out of Jitterbug (doe) and Showdown (Cabernet Creek Farm buck). These two doelings were each almost 8 lbs. Unfortunately, we lost a buckling due to not being aware of the fact that he was in the wrong position and Jitter just labored too long (he was bigger than the girls).

For those that may not know, I travel a good part of my job, and unfortunately, this is one of those times. So, I was on the cell phone with Jim coaching him through what to do (as if I'm the expert) and then we finally resorted to call my Goat Mentor and having her come over to help. By the time she got there, Jim had managed to remove the buckling and it was a matter of watching and waiting for the doelings.

I understand that the doelings are very cute (but have you EVER seen an ugly baby?) I'm just waiting on photos from those that are at home and working to do clean up and such!

Jim did give Jitter a shot of Antibiotic as he did have to go in and push the buckling back (he thought there were two feet and a nose, but instead it was three feet.) Anyway, he is giving LA-200 for the next 4 days to keep mom from getting sick from having the germs introduced.

I'm so proud of Jim and Hayley - they both stuck it out - Hayley wasn't going to miss goat labor and delivery for anything. While I was on the phone and the first one was delivered, Hayley said, "Wow, that's cool!" - and being the mom ... THAT is cool. I want her to understand and to be so enthralled with these animals that no matter what is happening, she's excited to participate.

Well, this proud mama is off for now ... and hopefully Jitterbug is getting the grain and warm water that I promised her when she delivered.