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Boot's Fainting Farm

Boot’s Fainting Farm, fainting (Myotonic) goats, Ville Platte, LA, lies in south-central Louisiana near Lafayette. It has maintained detailed breeding records, offers health screenings for all its goats, and follows routine vaccination and parasite control protocols. The farm’s goats live in rotational pastures shaded by oaks with sturdy shelters and receive daily handling to promote calm temperaments. Kids are handled daily from their first week to encourage trust and resilience.

Its approach combines traditional farmstead practices with attentive socialization from birth, ensuring does and kids form strong bonds with their surroundings. The farm routinely participates in regional agricultural gatherings where its goats exemplify solid bone structure and consistent myotonic response. Ricky Deshotel values preserving the breed’s characteristic muscle rigidity while selecting for sturdy conformation and gentle disposition. Visitors and buyers appreciate the farm’s transparent practices and knowledgeable guidance on goat care.