Appenzell goat

Typical specimen of the Appenzell goat breed (Bernhard Hollenstein)

Origin and development

As the name indicates, the Appenzell goat originates from the two cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and Ausserrhoden. Here, it remains an integral part of regional culture; for example, it leads the traditional Alpine processions. The milk performance of the Appenzell goat – coming from a dairy farming region of Switzerland – is respectable. It is traditionally bred with a wattle (fleshy appendage attached to the throat).

Description

h White, medium- to long-haired coat h Pigmented spots may be present on the udder h Productive dairy breed h Horned or hornless

Appenzell kids practising their climbing skills (Melanie Weber / tiefblicke.ch)

Performance traits of animals registered in the herdbook (over 30 months; 2018: 355 full lactation records)

h 746 kg milk h 2.79% fat h 2.63% protein h 4.39% lactose h 284-day lactation period