Comments on: Reflections From A First-Time (Goat) Milker

By: Linda

Linda — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 19:18:54 +0000

I know I have read this before (I think anyways). I enjoyed reading your list. I am also glad to see someone else who does not use bleach, but uses vinegar instead in the teat wipes.

By: Wardeh

Wardeh — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 04:51:41 +0000

Pam – That is really disappointing. I think you should give them a call. I found them to be very helpful when confronted with customer dissatisfaction. The pail I ended up buying (and liking) is from http://homesteadersupply.com. I have the 13 quart, which is quite large, but fits well underneath a full-size goat’s udder. The 9-quart would work well, too, I think. These pails are made in the USA and the best part is – no welds! Please let me know what happens with your pail and getting a refund.

By: pam

pam — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 04:11:18 +0000

I was extremely disappointed with the pail I ordered from Hoegger’s. The weld was broken when I received it and it was not even a true milking pail. It was intended to be a pet water pail! I returned it, but have not received a response yet.

By: Wardeh

Wardeh — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:52:45 +0000

Pobept – I took a look at your stand, it looks very good and strong! I have a feeling that your milking technique will come back in an instant. It is great you have that experience!

By: Pobept

Pobept — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:01:30 +0000

Got 3 doe’s all three should deliver late June 2009. I haven’t milked goats or cows in about 45 years SO I am having to relearn things I once knew. Grin.
I did look on the internet and found a milking stand that I liked so I made me one based on the pictures. Seems to work well. Feeding my goats on the stand now so they know what to except later on.

Enjoyed your information and refreshed my memory..

By: Wardeh

Wardeh — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:22:11 +0000

SueEllen – that is funny – I tried one morning to aim for that little hole and gave up! That’s one reason I am content to go with the other pails. At first I thought I needed the half moon lid so I could keep the pail covered while milking. I ordered a full lid with my 13 quart bucket. Can’t wait until it gets here! Will be here on Friday and I’ll be out there waiting for the UPS man. Yes, Hoegger was VERY nice about it all and it was clear to me that they are frustrated, too. If I were them, I wouldn’t sell the pail at all now. It is not trustworthy. I am glad for you that you got a USA made one.

By: SueEllen

SueEllen — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:37:41 +0000

Wardeh I am so sorry. Yes I guess since mine is older it must be the USA one. At least they were nice about it. That must be so frustrating for you and for Hoegger. I do have the half moon lid but I never use it. I purchased a full lid to cover the pail to and from the milking shed. When I first started milking there was no way I could aim for that little hole......probably still couldn't but I have not tried it. SueEllen’s last blog post..In The Kitchen This Week......

By: Wardeh

Wardeh — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:55:16 +0000

SueEllen – Are you talking about the 6 quart half-moon goat milking pail? The first one broke after 5 days and the replacement arrived broken at the same point – at the spot weld. I have talked to them and they are aware of the fault and attribute it to the fact that they can no longer get them manufactured in the USA. You must have one of the USA-made pails. Mine were from India. Their customer service is fantastic; but they couldn’t guarantee it wouldn’t happen again, so I had to find another type of pail, which is the one I linked here. I settled on the 13 quart, but waffled between it and the 9 quart. I figured if I think it is too tall then I will turn it over to cheese-making and try out the 9 quart pail for milking.

By: SueEllen

SueEllen — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:40:31 +0000

I thought you had ordered a milk pail for Hoegger. Are you saying that is the one that is no good? I have had mine from Hoegger for over 4 years. I have dropped it on concrete numerous times and have had no trouble with it at all. I wonder if it is a fluke......did you call Hoegger about it? I really like theirs because it is shorter and works better for goats than standard milk pails. SueEllen’s last blog post..In The Kitchen This Week......

By: Kelli

Kelli — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:04:32 +0000

I will definately refer back to this when we get a goat one day.