17 goats up for adoption in methuen after being rescued

Local News THE GOATS WERE RESCUED ALONG WITH MORE THAN 100 OTHER ANIMALS FROM A PROPERTY IN NEW YORK LAST MONTH. More than a dozen goats that were rescued from poor conditions last month are

now up for adoption at Nevins Farm in Methuen.  The goats — 17 in total — were a handful of more than 100 animals rescued Jan. 18 from a property that lacked access to food, water, and

medical care in Owega, New York, according to MSPCA Angell. Now, their rescuers are looking to “turn the page” and find them new homes.  Among the goats are nine bucks, seven does, and one

wether, all of which are crosses of Nigerian Dwarf breeds, MSPCA said. All are between 1 and 10 years old.  Advertisement: “Generally, goats are really affectionate and can be great

companions for people,” said Kaycie McCarthy, equine and farm animal rescue and outreach manager at Nevins, in a statement. “Given their past, we expect these ones may take a little more

time to open up. But we’re confident that with the care and attention they’ll get at Nevins, these goats will be great pets once they do.” The goats were rescued last month after MSPCA at

Nevins Farm sent staff to assist the ASPCA in removing more than 100 animals, which also included cattle and horses, from the Owega property. The staffers traveled more than 300 miles to

rescue the animals, MSPCA Angell said in a post on their X account.  Advertisement: The rescue was set in motion after the Tioga County Sheriff’s Office found the animals, some of which were

exhibiting signs of neglect, on the property, according to a January press release. At least one calf required urgent care and some animals were found dead, the office said.  Two people are

charged with numerous counts relating to animal abuse, including overdriving, torturing, and injuring animals and failing to provide proper food and drink, according to a Jan. 19 press

release.  The goats were transported to Nevins Farm on Feb. 12 after staying at a temporary shelter, MSPCA Angell said.  Those interested in adopting one or some of the goats are asked to

visit Nevins Farm during open hours or submit an inquiry at mspca.org/nevinsadopt.  “[The goats] were living with dozens of other animals on a property with limited access to food, water,

and medical care,” McCarthy said in a statement. “We’re turning the page though, and our new focus now is on caring for the goats and making sure they find perfect new homes.” NEWSLETTER

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