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What to Expect at the Spring Open House
Come meet the pygmy goats at Parkside Farm! We are only a few days away from the Spring Open House on Saturday, May 17 at Parkside Farm....

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Advice for Pygmy Goat Ownership and Care
Week old bottle baby pygmy goat, named Samuel. Babies can be weaned between 6-8 weeks old. Article disclaimer, Nicole Zaagman is not a...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Feb 146 min read
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How to Know if You Have a Pygmy Goat
After many conversations and reading countless internet discussions I thought, there needs to be an educational article about what a...

Nicole Zaagman
Jan 16 min read
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A True Story of Faith, Perseverance and Hope from a Farm
Nicole Zaagman, Byron Center, MI For storybook readings, book signings, media features and interviews, please contact: 616-201-0220 |...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Shop Local Farms This Holiday Season
I don't know about you, but this year has just flown by! Somehow we are already in November with Thanksgiving and Christmas right around...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Nov 15, 20244 min read
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How to Plan a Visit to Parkside Farm and FAQs
How to plan a visit to Parkside Farm and frequently asked question.

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Apr 28, 20244 min read
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Agricultural Tours for School Groups at Parkside Farm
The overarching purpose of Parkside Farm is to: impact families with farm education. Parkside Farm is a by appointment only, 8 acre...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Apr 25, 20243 min read
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Pygmy Goat Pregnancy and Preparing for Kidding
Article disclaimer, Nicole Zaagman is not a veterinary technician or veterinarian. Please always obtain expert advice and services...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Jan 31, 20244 min read
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The Story Behind Parkside Farm, a Girl with a Dream
I've been wanting to write this blog for some time now. Somehow the year got away from me. My mom scanned and sent me several of these...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Dec 11, 20237 min read
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Build Your Brand with a Professional Photographer and Adobe Express
GUEST POST Building a brand takes a lot of hard work, as not only do you have to create something that your audience wants, but you also...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Nov 22, 20234 min read
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Enhance Children's Programs with Pygmy Goats
Photo Credits: Muskegon Area District Library | Staff Photographer Children are the future of our local communities and what better way...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Aug 22, 20234 min read
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Grieving Tips for Pet & Livestock Loss
Photo Credits: AGL Photography / Angela Lawson, Photog. Cr., CPP Any animal lover knows the worst part of caring for an animal is that...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Jun 13, 20236 min read
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Benefits of Pygmy Goat Visits for Senior Citizens
Photo Credits: Railside Assisted Living Center / Abbie Holt Those most precious of our communities often go unnoticed and un-thanked....

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
May 21, 20235 min read
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How to Be a Kind Human - Part 1 Don't Ghost
This article is the first in a four part series titled, How to Be a Kind Human, focused on sharing tips of navigating personal and...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
May 12, 20235 min read
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Celebrating the Adorable Pygmy Goat
The Board of Directors for the National Pygmy Goat Association has declared April 23rd National Pygmy Goat Day! Join Parkside Farm as we...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Apr 13, 20234 min read
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Increase Event Success with Pygmy Goats
As we continue to live in a post-pandemic world, the opportunities for in-person events is on the rise. With spring's arrival and the...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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Be an Advocate in Your Pets Veterinary Care
Unfortunately just like there are not so great professionals in any given industry, there are veterinarians who are not so great...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Mar 25, 20234 min read
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Why Work with a Life Coach?
Sometimes as women, we all need an outside perspective and a confidential ear. Whether you are contemplating changing careers, planning a...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Count It All Joy In The Midst of Struggles
Update 3/31/2023 - as a follow up to the original blog post below, I wanted to share a powerful testimony! Shortly after publishing this...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Jan 27, 20233 min read
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A Children's Book About a Baby Pygmy Goat Spreads Joy
Nicole Zaagman, Byron Center, MI For storybook readings, book signings, media features and interviews, please contact: 616-201-0220 |...

Nicole Zaagman - Cowgirl Cole
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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