About this episode
Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/uterine-tears-in-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Daniela Luethy , Assistant Professor of Large Animal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, to discuss the realities of uterine tears in goats, risk factors, and what goat owners need to know as kidding season approaches. Dr. Luethy shares the results of a new multicenter study on reproductive complications in goats and clarifies common misunderstandings about prevention, symptoms, and management of uterine tears. If you raise goats, are anticipating kids, or want expert insight into kidding emergencies, this episode is a must-listen. What You’ll Learn: Why uterine tears happen in goats and why they’re often misunderstood The challenges of researching goat reproductive disorders Study findings: prevalence, risk factors, and survival rates for uterine tears Why small breed goats are at greater risk—especially with on-farm intervention The warning signs of uterine tears and how they differ from vaginal tears When to call a vet and how to reduce the risks during kidding What goat owners can do to help prevent serious complications Why veterinary involvement can save lives What’s still unknown about rebreeding goats that survived a uterine tear Areas where more research is needed on goat reproductive health Resources: Multicenter study of uterine tears and other reproductive complications in periparturient goats presented to veterinary teaching hospitals Pregnancy Toxemia in Goats (podcast) University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine - Facebook University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine - Instagram Thanks for tuning in! If you’d like to support the content you love and help us keep bringing you new goat resources, you can do that through our Tip Jar . No one ever said raising goats was easy, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune or drive you crazy! You just need the right information. 🔹 Check out Goats 365 membership 🔹 Or explore The Goat Academy 🔹 Looking for Deborah's books? They can be purchased wherever books are sold, or you can get an autographed copy on our online store . Happy goat-keeping! 🐐