Nubian Goat History

1896- Anglo Nubian was recognized as a breed

1896- Does were starting to be imported into America, but most of these imports were lost to the breed the import of three animals; a buck and twin does.

1913- Mr. J.R. Gregg imported another buck and doe into America

1918 Anglo was dropped from the name and 40 animals were registered as 'Purebred Nubian'

1933- A rule against horned animals was adopted

2017- Breed is known for hardiness, and high butterfat content

2002- the American Dairy Goat Association, which registers some 40,000 goats annually, had already registered nearly 16,000 Nubian goats through the third quarter.