An introduction to our second flock of ours, the chickens. Read their humorous biographies and get to know their personalities. The Chickens The real herd queens. Megan C'mon, look at her. Foxy for sure. Definitely more of a "Karen". Silkie Ozzy The sweetest little "baby ostrich". Naked-Neck Silkie Lil' Red She's little and red. Easy enough! Rhode Island Red Mick Yup, Mick Chicken. Easter Egger Kanye A little short, a little strange. Finally, a Kanye we like. Black Orphington Millie Sweet Mildred, an old soul. Lavender Orphington Peaches Happy that Cream is gone so she's no longer a duo. Blue-Laced Golden Wyandotte Paduwan This initiate arrived to us after a battle, with nothing but a rat tail (tail feathers). Remain vigilant as she builds her lightsaber. Black Copper Maran Hei Hei Probably a seagull in disguise. ColorPack Maui Uses way too much hair gel. Olive Egger Missy A true party girl, Get Ur Freak On. Polish x Silkie Caillou Another poor girl that came to us bald, but so smart! Ameracauna Amphitrite "Amp" Maran means woman of the sea, so meet Poseidon's wife! Black Copper Maran Gigantor We really have no clue why she's so tall. Easter Egger Mix

2021 planned shows and any resulting significant wins for each animal or group class. 2021 Shows Click on any photos to enlarge them. Oregon State Fair September 3, 2021 - September 6, 2021 Salem, OR Iridescent's Caramel Breve 5th Place Junior Kid Iridescent's Evangeline Special 3rd Place Junior Kid To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Broken Top Farm - Herd Award Furthest Traveled -172 miles

An overview and links of our many years of showing ADGA Nigerian Dwarf Goats. Show History 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

An overview of all our goats and links to visit specific pages. Meet the Herd Select a group to view more details of the goats. For Sale Reference Herds The Rainbow Bridge Junior Does Does that are yearlings or kids and have not yet freshened. Does that have freshened or are over 2 years old. Senior Does Bucks Bucks that are being used for breeding.

2022 planned shows and any resulting significant wins for each animal or group class. 2022 Shows Click on any photos to enlarge them. Idaho Syringa Spring Classic May 27, 2022 - May 28, 2022 Boise, ID •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 3x 2nd & 3rd (of 23 entries) •Posy (Senior Kid) - Grand Champion Junior & 1st, Reserve Grand Champion Junior & 1st, 2x 2nd (of 15 entries) •Eve (Dry Yearling) - 4th and 6th (of 26 entries) •Breve (Dry Yearling) - 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 7th (of 26 entries) *in line-up due to doe ahead of her winning grand champion* •Cinnamini (3-4 year old Milker) - 2nd (of 14 entries) •Zip (4-5 year old Milker) - 4th & 5th (of 17 entries) •Ody (Intermediate Buckling) - 4x 2nd •Yoshi (Senior Buckling) - Reserve Grand Champion Junior Buckling (no leg or ribbon - buck shows are sanctioned together) & 1st, 1st, 2x 2nd •Sargon (3-4 year old Buck) - 2x 2nd & 2x 3rd *in line-up due to buck ahead of him winning grand champion* •Money (Aged Buck) - Reserve Grand Champion Buck & 1st, 3x 1st •Dairy Herd Milkers (Pretty, Cinnamini, Blue, Zip) - 4x 4th To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. NWODGA Doe Show June 4, 2022 - June 5, 2022 Salem, OR •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 2nd (of 24 entries) •Hissy (Senior Yearling) - 7th (of 26 entries) •Breve (Senior Yearling) - 5th (of 26 entries) Barn in the USA July 2, 2022 Stevenson, WA •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 1st/Reserve Grand Champion Junior & 3rd (of 32) *Judge noted that she could have placed top three in any order with reasons* •Pretty (2-3 year old Milker) - 8th (of 25) •Cinnamini (3-4 year old Milker) - 9th (of 27) •Blue (4-5 year old Milker) - 2nd, 4th To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Leila Berry Memorial Show - RVDGA July 17, 2022 Central Point, OR •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 1st/Reserve Grand Champion Junior, 2x 2nd •Breve (Dry Yearling) - 4th Washington County Fair July 22, 2022 - July 24, 2022 Hillsboro, OR •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 4th •Posy (Senior Kid) - 1st/Grand Champion Junior •Breve (Dry Yearling) - 3rd •Pretty (2-3 year old Milker) - 3rd •Cinnamini (3-4 year old Milker) - 2nd •Zip (4-5 year old Milker) - 5th •Blue (4-5 year old Milker) - 3rd •Dairy Herd Milkers (Pretty, Cinnamini, Blue, Zip) - 3rd To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Rogue Valley Dairy Show August 14, 2022 Grants Pass, OR •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 1st/Grand Champion Junior/Best in Show *leg* •Breve (Dry Yearling) - 4th, 5th • Hissy (Dry Yearling) - 2nd, 5th (to Grand Champion of the day, was in Champion line-up) •Cinnamini (3-4 year old Milker) - 2x 3rd •Blue (4-5 year old Milker) - 1st, 2nd (to Grand Champion of the day, was in Champion line-up 2x) •Fancy (5+ Milker) - 2nd (to Grand Champion of the day, was in Champion line-up) To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Oregon State Fair September 2, 2022 - September 5, 2022 Salem, OR •Boo (Intermediate Kid) - 4th (to Grand Champion of the day) • Posy (Senior Kid) - 1st •Cinnamini (3-4 Milker) - 2nd (to Reserve Grand Champion of the day) •Blue (4-5 Milker) - 3rd • Dairy Herd Milkers (Blue, Zip, Cinnamini, Pretty ) - 4th • Dam & Daughter (Zip & Boo) - 4th •Dam & Daughte r (Beauty, from Till-Riv, & Pretty ) - 2nd To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

Explore the latest educational events and conferences that Broken Top is attending this year. Join us to continue growing and bettering our farms and animal husbandry! Continuing Education 2024 Educational Events, Trainings, and Conferences Broken Top is Attending! Oregon State University Small Farms Conference February 27, 2024 Corvallis, OR Check It Out W hat are we doing here? We are excited to attend sessions on Using Your Farm to Educate and Build Community, Funding Opportunities for Farmers, and USDA/NCRS Resources for Small Farmers. We will also peruse vendors' and exhibitors' booths. Sheep and Goats for Small Farms March 2, 2024 Virtual Check It Out W hat are we doing here? While we sure know a lot of basic husbandry and info, there is always a chance to learn updated information and new ways of thinking and managing the goats. Plus it's free and virtual! QPR Suicide Prevention Training for the Agricultural Industry March 21, 2024 Virtual Check It Out W hat are we doing here? Abby has a strong belief in placing mental health above all else in life. The brain and emotions run our actions, thoughts, and life quality! This training is a specialized Suicide Prevention course open to all and FREE, and specializes in the struggles we, as farmers, face. Oregon State FFA Convention March 22 or 23, 2024 Redmond, OR Check It Out W hat are we doing here? We look forward to attending any workshops that pique our interest, viewing any exhibitors or booths available, and supporting and viewing the accomplishments of our youth! Central Oregon Ag Show April 6 or 7, 2024 Redmond, OR Check It Out W hat are we doing here? We plan to enjoy looking at vendors and networking, as well as attending any infosessions that peak our interest! Central Oregon Goat Education Day April 20, 2024 Powell Butte, OR Check It Out W hat are we doing here? Abby will be teaching "Dairy Goat Showmanship and Fitting", shopping local vendors, and attending info sessions. A fun raffle will certainly be participated in as well. Family Farm Expo June 1, 2024 Redmond, OR Check It Out W hat are we doing here? We look forward to seeing animals of course! Vendors and booths will be viewed throughout the day. American Dairy Goat Association National Convention October 19 - 24, 2024 Lake Geneva, WI Check It Out W hat are we doing here? We can't wait to head to the "home state". Certainly visiting with friends and family, but very busy with workshops, education, social events, and the spotlight sale! Additionally, Abby will be attending Judging Training Conference and aspiring to become an ADGA licensed judge!

A bit of our history, who we are personally, and other animals that ill our lives with joy and purpose. About Us Who Are We? Broken Top Nigerian Dwarf Goats is owned and operated by Abby Messer. After college, I set off for a new life in the PNW. Through years of research and patience, I was sure that Central Oregon was destined to be my home. I enjoy exploring, paddle boarding, marble hunting, and the local foodie scene. Abby provides psychotherapy to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and other at-risk populations. She aspires to someday combine her passion for goats/agriculture with her passion for therapy work. The ideal dream? A non-profit therapy farm offering vocational growth opportunities on a farm store; purpose and skill building through crafting farm products; nature-based therapy in a gorgeous location with a garden; animal-assisted therapy with the help of the goats and other critters; individual therapy on-site; and group therapy sessions and wellness camps offered regularly with special focuses. Why Do We Do It? Abby has a long history with goats. At age eight, I began feeding bottle babies at our neighbor's house - our neighbor, who was Wisconsin's largest dairy goat farm. After spending many mornings and after school hours feeding up to 2,000 kids, I was promoted to a milker. Mornings and nights, I milked the entire herd. In my high school years, I took on more serious roles at the farm: scheduling staff, performing medical procedures, assuring quality control of the milk, and watching over the farm when the owners were not home. At the age of eight, I also received my first goat. Believe it or not, a Nubian! I grew a small herd of about 20 goats and showed through 4-H and then FFA. I also attended ADGA-sanctioned shows and learned the art of genetics. It was just at age sixteen that I experienced my hardest lesson in goat health. My entire herd became ill. If a goat did not pass from CAE, it was affected and died due to Johne's - which unknowingly lived in the walls of our wooden barn from a previous herd of animals. I took two years off from goats and quickly knew I needed my fix. I was gifted a Nigerian Dwarf for graduation and fell in love with the breed. Within four years, I had rebuilt a herd, re-fell in love with the "goat life", and reentered the show world. Unfortunately, I needed to continue onto college. I dispersed my herd and promised to find my way back again. Fast-forward five years, and I was purchasing my first home in Central Oregon. Before the paperwork was completed on the home, I had reservations and deposits down on three goats. I dove head first into all performance programs - milk testing, showing, and linear appraisal - to made sure to jumpstart my new herd. I couldn't be more thankful for the friendships, both locally and on the other side of the state, that supported me in the rapid growth stage! Meet the Farmhands... The goats are certainly not the only critters. Pickle is the resident buddy. He's a Nubian wether that we have to keep the bucks company. Nubians started my love for goats when I was just 8 years old, so Pickle is our ode to history. I have two dogs that enjoy their backcountry lifestyle: Peeper and Chet. Peeper is a dachshund/beagle and catahoula mix - but weiner-beagle is thorough enough. He tries to be a grumpy old man, but he's just too happy for it! Chet is the smartest helper by far! He is a heeler, corgi, and border collie mix. It's intriguing to see his intellect and to see how he learns new things - although he doesn't usually apply himself well. The queen of the household is Tinkerbell and Thomas O'Malley is her jester. Tinkerbell is a tortoiseshell beauty. Rescued from a plastic bag on the road, she is quite fearful of guests, but loves to cuddle when the house calms down. Thomas is a playful troublemaker. If he isn't up to fetching chipmunks or bothering Tinkerbell, he's probably encouraging the pups to find a delinquent activity to join him in.