# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Have goats or sheep, want to learn more about them and how to care for them, come join this class!About this EventGetting Started with Sheep and Goats: Essential Management, Nutrition, Pastures, and Parasite ControlThinking about raising sheep or goats, or recently added them to your farm or homestead? Join UF/IFAS Extension for this hands-on workshop designed specifically for new sheep and goat owners. Learn the essential skills needed to keep your animals healthy, productive, and well-managed.This workshop will cover the basics of small ruminant care, including nutrition, pasture management, fencing considerations, and routine management practices. Participants will also gain practical knowledge about one of the most common health challenges in sheep and goats: internal parasites.Through live demonstrations, attendees will learn how to evaluate Body Condition Scores (BCS), recognize signs of parasite infestations, and properly use the FAMACHA® card system to help identify animals that may need treatment. Participants will leave with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed management decisions and build a strong foundation for successful sheep and goat ownership.Topics Include:Basic sheep and goat management practicesNutrition and feeding fundamentalsPasture management and grazing strategiesFencing options for sheep and goatsParasite management and preventionBody Condition Scoring (BCS)Recognizing signs of parasite problemsHands-on FAMACHA® card use and scoring demonstrationWho Should Attend? New and prospective sheep and goat owners, hobby farmers, homesteaders, and anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of small ruminant care.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kissimmee/sheep-and-goat-basics-what-every-new-owner-needs-to-know/100001996097640777
- **Event Categories**: workshops, sports, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 15, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Kissimmee
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County
- **lat**: 28.2966823
- **long**: -81.36684839999998
- **full address**: UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Ln, Kissimmee, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know being held?
  - **A:** Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know takes place on Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Ln, Kissimmee, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know?
  - **A:** Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know is organized by UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kissimmee, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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