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Spring brings twins in the valley - meet Taz and Tasmine

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Nubian twin goats born to registered mom Twilight on April 18 in Barriere. A male weighing three pounds and a tiny little female owner Michelle Johnson said “could fit in my hand” at one pound at birth. (Photo by: Michelle Johnson)

Newborn baby Nubian goats are often found to be charming in appearance due to their long floppy ears. As adults, despite their smaller stature, the females produce a rich butterfat milk known for being sweet and creamy. They are an ideal breed for a Canadian climate.

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Nubian baby goat Taz is a ‘house goat’ starting off life having to be bottle fed by owner Michelle Johnson while his tinier sister Tasmine is nursing well with mother Twilight in the cozy barn at Cozy Corners Farm in Barriere. Nubians are known for their floppy ears. (Photo by: Michelle Johnson)
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Little Taz, the Nubian twin goat born on April 18, all cuddled up in his comfy bed at home with human momma Michelle Johnson of Cozy Corners Farm in Barriere. (Photo by: Michelle Johnson)


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