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Goat Gestation Calculator & Chart
Goats are pregnant for about 150 days (roughly five months), with most does kidding between 145 and 155 days. Miniature breeds such as Nigerian Dwarfs often kid a few days earlier than full-size dairy breeds. Does commonly carry twins or triplets, and larger litters tend to come slightly earlier.
Typical management windows for planning — health decisions belong with your veterinarian.
Printable goats gestation chart (150-day average)
Print this and tack it by the breeding pen — or use the free HerdFlo app to get the exact date for any breeding, breed-adjusted, with calendar reminders.
| Bred | Kidding |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 | May 31 |
| Jan 8 | Jun 7 |
| Jan 15 | Jun 14 |
| Jan 22 | Jun 21 |
| Jan 31 | Jun 30 |
| Feb 1 | Jul 1 |
| Feb 8 | Jul 8 |
| Feb 15 | Jul 15 |
| Feb 22 | Jul 22 |
| Feb 28 | Jul 28 |
| Mar 1 | Jul 29 |
| Mar 8 | Aug 5 |
| Mar 15 | Aug 12 |
| Mar 22 | Aug 19 |
| Mar 31 | Aug 28 |
| Apr 1 | Aug 29 |
| Apr 8 | Sep 5 |
| Apr 15 | Sep 12 |
| Apr 22 | Sep 19 |
| Apr 30 | Sep 27 |
| May 1 | Sep 28 |
| May 8 | Oct 5 |
| May 15 | Oct 12 |
| May 22 | Oct 19 |
| May 31 | Oct 28 |
| Jun 1 | Oct 29 |
| Jun 8 | Nov 5 |
| Jun 15 | Nov 12 |
| Jun 22 | Nov 19 |
| Jun 30 | Nov 27 |
| Jul 1 | Nov 28 |
| Jul 8 | Dec 5 |
| Jul 15 | Dec 12 |
| Jul 22 | Dec 19 |
| Jul 31 | Dec 28 |
| Aug 1 | Dec 29 |
| Aug 8 | Jan 5 * |
| Aug 15 | Jan 12 * |
| Aug 22 | Jan 19 * |
| Aug 31 | Jan 28 * |
| Sep 1 | Jan 29 * |
| Sep 8 | Feb 5 * |
| Sep 15 | Feb 12 * |
| Sep 22 | Feb 19 * |
| Sep 30 | Feb 27 * |
| Oct 1 | Feb 28 * |
| Oct 8 | Mar 7 * |
| Oct 15 | Mar 14 * |
| Oct 22 | Mar 21 * |
| Oct 31 | Mar 30 * |
| Nov 1 | Mar 31 * |
| Nov 8 | Apr 7 * |
| Nov 15 | Apr 14 * |
| Nov 22 | Apr 21 * |
| Nov 30 | Apr 29 * |
| Dec 1 | Apr 30 * |
| Dec 8 | May 7 * |
| Dec 15 | May 14 * |
| Dec 22 | May 21 * |
| Dec 31 | May 30 * |
* lands in the following calendar year. Table uses the 150-day average; individual animals vary (145–155 days, and breed shifts it — use the calculator above for breed-specific dates).
Common questions
How long is a goat pregnant?
About 150 days — right at five months. Most does kid between 145 and 155 days after breeding. Miniature breeds often run a few days shorter than standard breeds.
When will my doe kid if bred in November?
A doe bred November 20 is due around April 19 using the 150-day average. Enter your exact breeding date in the calculator above for the precise window.
How can I tell if my goat is pregnant?
Ultrasound from about 30 days after breeding is the most reliable early check. A doe that does not return to heat about 21 days after breeding is a practical early sign. Your vet can also run blood tests.
What should I do before kidding?
In the final month, follow your vet’s pre-kidding booster program, and set up a clean kidding pen about two weeks out. Watch for udder fill, loose tail ligaments, and discharge as labor approaches.
Track the whole herd, not just one date
HerdFlo Pro adds animal records, breeding-to-calving tracking, weaning weights, and a treatment log with withdrawal dates. Join the launch list in the free app.