Thank you for your interest in Shadow Vale Nubians
I am proud to share these beautiful Nubian dairy goats with you

The idea of breeding the finest in purebred Nubian dairy goats has evolved into a passion which has spanned the past 13 years - and certainly shows no sign of relenting! In those years, I have been privileged to work closely with some of the finest Nubian genetics in Western Canada and the United States. Over time, my appreciation for style, balance, and elegance in an animal led me to concentrate my breeding program around the various bloodlines which I felt combined those attributes consistently. Upon combining these genetics, and through the careful combination of using CGS programs, instinct, experience, and personal preference, I am thrilled to now see in the Shadow Vale animals the consistency in style, sound structure, and quality mammary systems I had envisioned years ago.

All does and bucks are tested CAE negative & CL abscess free

Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, the Shadow Vale herd enjoys a comfortable, healthy environment year round. For us, herd health is of great consideration. The herd is on a CAE preventative program; all kids are removed from their mother at birth, fed heat treated colostrum, and pasteurized goat's milk. To date, all does and bucks are tested CAE negative, and I will continue to test twice a year, to ensure the herd's CAE free status. The herd is also CL abscess free. The goats are fed a healthy, balanced diet. Everyone has access to acres of pasture year round, which they utilize and enjoy for exercise and browsing. In addition to pasture, the goats are fed free choice 2nd cut alfalfa hay year round, as well as a 16% balanced dairy ration, according to their period of growth or lactation. Free choice loose salt and minerals are always available, and all vaccinations and wormings are kept current.

Owning, raising, and showing true champions

One of the greatest achievements in my time with the goats, has been to own, raise, and show, the doe that would come to symbolize the Shadow Vale herd, GCH Golden Haze Moonlight Illusion 2*M (2E). Illusion won three consecutive CGS West National Champion, with West National Best Udder, titles, and was also awarded CGS Select Doe status. This amazing doe's presence can still be felt in this herd, as well as in others. In fact, an Illusion son, *S Shadow Vale Lunar Escapade (EX), was named CGS West National 1st place Senior Get of Sire in 2000 and 2001. Another Illusion son, *S Shadow Vale Lunar Mason, sired the 2004 CGS East National Reserve Champion, with Best Udder. This is type of consistency I love! Shadow Vale Nubians have also enjoyed other success at the West National level. We have twice been awarded CGS West National Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor (2000 & 2005).

Official DHI 305 day and an annual one day (*M) milk testing

Shadow Vale Nubians also participate in official DHI 305 day milk test, as well an annual one day (*M) milk test. We typically always do well at our *M test, but a few does really need to be saluted: GCH Shadow Vale Executive Class *M (EX), GCH Windy Sky OS Vela *M (EX), and GCH Shadow Vale Sun Chaser *M (VG88), have all placed in the top three in Canada, Chase being #1 in '03, Executive Class being #3 in '00, and Vela being #3 in '98.

Sales. More than happy to work with you, the buyer

Should you be interested in purchasing a Shadow Vale kid, please contact me with your intentions as soon as possible. I am always more than happy to work with you, the buyer, to find out what type of kid(s) will best suit your needs and desires. When ordering a Shadow Vale kid, a $100 deposit will secure your choice of kid. Orders will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Deposits are non-refundable on cancelled orders. I also reserve the right to retain my choice of kids as herd replacements, which is typically stated on the individual doe's page. The prices quoted include CGS registration and transfer, and all prices quoted are for preordered kids! If you are flying your kid(s) by air, I ship out of Kelowna International airport, which services Air Canada, West Jet, and Horizon airlines.

NOTE: Any preordered kids that are not picked up or delivered after 8 weeks of age will be charged $1/day board, unless other special arrangements have been made. This is due to space and workload. Thank you.

Lets talk goats!

I hope you like what you see in the following pages. Please don't hesitate to contact me personally, or by email, should you require any further information or details regarding a certain animal. I am happy to help. Hey, what goat owner doesn't like to "talk goats"?!