Small Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)
Goat Fencing Checklist
A checklist for checking the fences that hold the herd. Use it on a regular walk to find gaps, loose wire and failing posts. Check each item in turn and keep the completed page with your other farm records.
ChecklistSmall Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)Free PDF
What is on this checklist
- Corner and brace posts solid
- Wire tight and not sagging
- Gaps under the bottom wire
- Gates and latches working
- Trees or branches on the line
- Posts and insulators intact
- Neighbor boundary fence secure
- Repairs listed with dates
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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