Don't Be A Goat-Hater

Goats...people either love 'em or hate them.
The usual stereotypes. They stink, they are mean, they will eat anything, they destroy everything and they just look evil.
On the other hand...goats are curious, friendly, can clean up your property, get along with other animals and if kept properly, can feed your family and do not smell that bad! Now, they will eat just about anything and will jump up on anything that doesn't move. If you do not want them to do this, keep those kinds of food sources and gym equipment away from them!
Many a country boy or girl will tell you about their pet goat, when growing up. A goat raised from a kid, CAN be a wonderful childhood friend. If you neuter your males when young... a wether or doe, will follow you around like a puppy. They eat out of your hand, come when called, cry when you ignore them (or they think you are), play with the children endlessly and have enough curiosity for an entire family! I think that this is the perfect description of a playmate for a boy (or girl).
Fair warning. Every goat I have ever had, is a break out artist. Make sure your fences are sturdy, your locks secure. They will get out, if they can. They are curious. Just want to see what's next door, or the yard next to that.
Now for the biggest problem people think, that goats possess. They just look so evil!
This is because goats have been long held in religion, as being associated with the devil or witchcraft. It's their EYES! The pupils are horizontal. It just doesn't look "natural". Ah... get over it. Buy them a pair of cheap sunglasses.