Bringing people joy, one Nigerian dwarf goat at a time
Devon Saila says each of her 7 goats has a unique personality
A P.E.I. woman has invited some unique pets into her home, and is now sharing them with the world.
Devon Saila is a proud goat farmer from St. Chrysostome, P.E.I., who said her love for the animal started when she was young.
"I have always loved goats," said Saila. "As I got older and got some land I was like 'you know what? I'm doing it. I'm getting my goats.'"
Seven Nigerian dwarf goats later, and Saila has her hands full on the farm.
"They are a unique little bread. They're the smallest breed of goat," Saila said, who explains that the animals are known for their unique colours, patterns and turquoise blue eyes.
She said there's no shortage of mischief in her home, where the goats are welcome, and that the pets each have their own unique personalities.
"They just make you feel better. They're so compassionate. They can sense your feelings and emotions," Saila said.
Fun... and fashion?
And beyond the antics, she's also taken to dressing up some of the goats in different outfits.
"They look so cute. I just had to do it," Saila said, who adorns them with necklaces and tutus.
"It just kind of snowballed into something."
Now, the goats are spreading the joy across the Island. Saila has started a Facebook page featuring the goats, called Beach Goats P.E.I., and has brought them into town.
She also gets them involved in different events where people can see the dwarf goats all dressed up.
"You can see the stress melt away from them and that's what we do it for. Just for the happiness and it brings people such joy and love to see them dressed up."