I’ve had several texts and calls regarding the use of copper boluses.  I have used copper for several years on babies with screwed up legs.  But, let’s be honest, this isn’t my idea.  Jodi Seelke studies all aspects of the goat industry.  She is the one that put me on the copper in the doe herd.  I agreee with her research.   Look at a map of copper deficient areas and this part of paradise is smack in the middle.  Throw in the fact that a lot of feeds, minerals, etc. for goats do not have copper in it.  The reason, because a lot of stuff is cross-marketed/used in sheep.  And copper kills sheep.  

Whenever it comes to herd health, talk to other breeders.  Ask questions.  Most likely, your local vet doesn’t know much about goats.  Very few prescription drugs are labeled for goats.  Talk to those in the trenches actually dealing with the beasts in your area.  They will know what works and what doesn’t work.