2016
Generation: F1 Experimental (TMGR)

The Jealous Tank.

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 Rhea and Noodle both came from the late Lujax herd as juniors, but I was unable to find out anything about Rhea. Another breeder and I have strong suspcions about her parents, but we will never know for sure. I do know she loves attention! She loves nothing more than to come over for lovings...and to smash anything that invades on her loving time.

Rhea was a productive first-freshener until an ordeal with a plant toxicity set her back. I am so very proud of her for not giving up when she was so very sick. You can read about that here - https://www.heftygoathollerfarm.com/post/rhea-s-recovery-an-experience-with-a-probable-plant-toxicity

She fully recovered and went on to kid the next year with a single doeling (Layla) and then triplets the next year.

Most recently, Rhea kidded with quads, with assistance because two doelings were DOA. Very thankful I was able to assist and Rhea suffered no ill affects from the rough kidding, nursing her two live kids like a champ.

Incredibly easy to milk as far as teat size and orifice but she does give you quite the workout with her firmer texture. She has a long, steady lactation curve and so far the highest butterfat average - her peak was only 5.7lb but she very consistently milked over four pounds until I started drying her up. Unfortunately, her udder is lacking lateral attachments. She's long-bodied, deep, and has a wide, long rump and is just overall matured into a big girl! She is aging perhaps a bit quicker than some of the other does but she is definitely not falling apart.

I am very proud to announce that Rhea was accepted by TMGR as a Native on Production doe!

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Milk Test 2023 Results: 10 tests. 319 DIM. 1365 pounds milk.

305 day pounds: 1330
57# butterfat; Highest BF: 6.7% Avg BF: 4.3%

45# protein: Highest Pro: 4.8%; Avg Pro: 3.4%

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