Goat

Shop our range of goat fencing — wire mesh, hinge joint and specialised fencing systems designed to contain goats and prevent them from escaping or pushing through fences on rural and hobby farm properties across Australia.

Goat Fencing — Buying Guide

Why Is Goat Fencing Different?

Goats are notorious escape artists — they push, climb, lean and wriggle their way through fences that would contain most other livestock without difficulty. Effective goat fencing must be stronger, taller and have smaller apertures than standard sheep or cattle fencing. Understanding goat behaviour is essential to selecting and installing a fence that actually works.

What Makes a Good Goat Fence?

  • Height — a minimum of 1200mm, with 1500mm preferred for dairy and larger breeds such as Boers; jumping goats may require higher fencing or an electric deterrent wire at the top
  • Small apertures — goats probe mesh for weak points with their heads and horns; use mesh with apertures small enough that heads and horns cannot pass through easily
  • Tension — goats lean and push on fences constantly; mesh must be well-tensioned and posts well-anchored to resist this pressure without sagging
  • No footholds — avoid rail and board fences that give goats footholds to climb from; wire mesh is preferred over rails

Recommended Goat Fencing Options

The best fencing options for goats include hinge joint mesh (specifically goat mesh with appropriate aperture sizing), welded mesh panels for high-pressure areas and small enclosures, electric fencing as a deterrent or supplement, and fixed-knot stock mesh. For Angora goats and kids, finer mesh apertures are important to prevent fleece snagging and small animal escape.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Do not use barbed wire as the top wire for goat fencing — goats will push against it and become entangled. Avoid loose or sagging mesh — goats will find and exploit any weakness. Ensure gate gaps are tight and gate latches are goat-proof (goats will manipulate chain-type latches with surprising effectiveness).

Frequently Asked Questions

Will electric fencing alone contain goats?
Electric fencing alone is often insufficient for goats, particularly horned breeds that may not feel the shock as clearly. Electric fencing works best as a deterrent supplement to a physical mesh fence.

What mesh aperture is best for goat fencing?
For most goat breeds, use mesh with apertures no larger than 150mm x 150mm for the main fence body, with smaller apertures near the ground where kids may be present. Check individual product specifications for aperture dimensions.

Order Goat Fencing Online — Australia-Wide Delivery

Order online for fast dispatch. Contact our team for advice on selecting the right fencing for your goat breed, paddock size and terrain. We supply hobby farmers, commercial goat producers and rural property owners across Australia.