Goats in the Neighborhood!
Aug 17, 2017 12:00AM ● By City of Citrus HeightsThe goats will be in the open spaces on City of Citrus Heights property and Sunrise Parks and Recreation District property. Photo courtesy City of Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights, CA (MPG) - The City of Citrus Heights has contracted with Goat Central, a small goat herding company based in the town of El Dorado. The goats will be in the open spaces on City of Citrus Heights property and Sunrise Parks and Recreation District property from August 17, 2017- August 31, 2017. We contracted with them to perform land management and fire risk reduction through an environmentally beneficial solution to weed control. Goat grazing is an ecologically sound practice that eliminates the need for toxic herbicides, chemicals, and gas-powered lawn mowers. They clear brush in areas that people or machines cannot easily reach, like steep slopes or ditches. Grazing reduces fuel loads that cause fires to escalate quickly. Managed annual grazing is an effective way to minimize poison oak and invasive seed-bearing weeds while promoting the health of native perennial plant species.
Please:
Do not place any yard clippings, rat poison, or potted plants in the open space.
Keep pets away from sheep and goats since the dogs protecting the herd may view them as a threat.
Ensure that your fence is secure so grazing animals do not have access to your yard. Goats and sheep may be able to squeeze their heads through a wrought iron fence, so please protect your plants.
Keep children and pets away from the electrified grazing fence that can cause small shocks if touched.
Please do not feed or disturb the animals.
If they happen to get out please contact Goat Central 530-417-1525 or the City of Citrus Heights 916-727-4770.
Do not attempt to save or rescue animals.