| The Saanen dairy goat originated in Switzerland. It is medium to large in size with rugged bone and plenty of vigor. Does should be feminine, however, and not coarse. Saanen are white or light cream in color, with white preferred. Spots on the skin are not discriminated against. Small spots of color on the hair are allowable, but not desirable. The hair should be short and fine, although a fringe over the spine and thighs is often present. Ears should be erect and alertly carried, preferably pointing forward. The face should be straight or dished. A tendency toward a Roman nose is discriminated against. |
| (SAANEN)
MODERATE DEFECTS |
Mature
does less than -
Minimum height (30 in / 76 cm) Minimum weight (135lbs / 61.36 kg) Mature bucks less than
-
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| (SAANEN)
MODERATE TO SERIOUS DEFECTS |
Roman nose |
| (SAANEN)
SERIOUS DEFECTS |
Dark cream
color
Several small dark spots in hair |
| (SAANENS)
VERY SERIOUS DEFECTS |
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| SAANEN BREED SPECIFIC
DISQUALIFICATIONS Page 115 |
Large
(1 1/2" / 3.8 cm or more in any direction) dark spot in the hair.
Pendulous ears. |
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For ADGA official Saanen Breed Standards contact the American Diary Goat Association P.O. Box 865 Spindale, NC 28160 1-828-286-3801 fax 1-828-287-0476 adgajdw2@aol.com www.adga.org |
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