Goatkeeping

a white and tan goat standing next to a brown and black goat in a barn

Miniature goats can make great pets who also provide ancillary benefits such as milk or fiber. Before deciding to keep goats on your residential property, it is important to understand that goats have different needs than a dog or cat.

Miniature goatkeeping in Thornton is only permitted through a Pilot Program. The Pilot Program has an initial term of approximately one year. After that time frame has expired City Council must take action to extend the program. Any miniature goats allowed during the Pilot Program will be allowed to remain within the city until their passing, should the Pilot Program not be continued.