Is molasses good for goats? Does it provide copper and selenium?

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Are they any benefits in giving goats molasses as I heard someone say it has copper and selenium in it. Pet's info: Farm Animal | Goat | Male | 150 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

OK, now I get it. Unfortunately, there are not enough benefits to giving molasses that would outweigh the amount of sugar the goats would need to consume, unless you were trying to treat pregnancy toxemia. It would be much simpler & probably easier to offer your goats a loose vitamin/mineral mix or a goat block & achieve the results you want without the sticky mess of feeding molasses. If you are worried selenium or you live in a selenium deficient area, you can use an injectable for your goats, & most goat feeds are going to have adequate levels of copper. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Is molasses good for goats? Does it provide copper and selenium?

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