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Estrus, or heat, is the period in which the doe will stand and allow the buck to breed her. This phase of the reproductive cycle may last between 12 to 36 hours. The period from one heat cycle to the next is referred to as the estrous cycle. In goats, the estrous cycle occurs every 18 to 24 days, or 21 days on average.
The goats need to be healthy so that they can reproduce properly. Most breeds also have a set goat breeding age. Most kinds of goats have a specific age when they reach puberty and when they can mate. The Does and the Bucks. First time breeders are encouraged to start with a handful of does and a few bucks.ince boer goats tend to put weight more quickly than other breeds, itâs best to use that as a standard than goat breeding age. Bucks reach a weight of 32 kg as early as 3 to 6 months; this is considered puberty.