We are thrilled to be taking part as breeders, of this new and exciting line of goat - Miniature Silky Fainting Goats.  We could not be happier with these adorable little creatures; they are a great addition to our lives.
This is a breed that is all about the "LOOK"; very few fainters have the look of an extreme Mini Silky. We believe that with careful, selective breeding one day all Mini Silkies will be identifiable as an exceptional and individual breed. 

General Description

Miniature Silky Fainters are a small-sized breed of goat that are colorful and have long flowing coats and often have an abundance of facial hair such as bangs that cover the eyes, beards and in some cases even muffs on the cheeks, giving them an almost Silky Terrier-like appearance. Ideally, the coat should be long and flowing nearly to the ground, with silky, high luster.
They should appear physically balanced and proportionate; does should be 22.5 inches or under at the withers and must not exceed 23.5 inches. Bucks should be 23.5 inches or under at the withers and must not exceed 25 inches. Any color or combination of colors is acceptable. (for more information, please see the Miniature Silky Fainting Goat Association website - www.msfgaregistry.com)

A bit of background on Fainters

Myotonia is the condition that causes the goats to stiffen and/or fall over when startled.  This condition is caused by a combination of recessive genes.  Fainting goats can show varying degrees of myotonia, when startled some will fall to the ground with their entire bodies perfectly stiff and rigid.  Others will only stiffen in their limbs and not fall to the ground.  The condition lasts for ten to fifteen seconds after which time the animal will rise and walk off, still showing a noticeable degree of stiffness in their back limbs.  After a short time this stiffness will disappear then they will walk and act like any other goat.  This condition only affects their external muscles so while in a myotonic state the animal is fully conscious and aware of its surroundings. This is not painful and in no way affects their life span.  With proper care they will live just as long as any other breed of goat.

A huge thanks to Renee Orr and her husband Stephen of Sol-Orr’s Farms for helping to make this a reality for me.  Thank you Renee.