Nigerian Dwarf which originated in Africa and developed as miniature dairy goats in North America.
The mature buck is a maximum of 23 inches high at the withers; does can be no taller than 22 inches.
Ears are erect, the facial profile is straight, and all colours and combinations are allowed, although the pygmy "agouti" pattern is seriously faulted.
24 months: Male or Female height at Withers: 22″ / 55.85 cm.
30 months: Male maximum height at Withers: 23″ / 58.4 cm.
30 months: Female: maximum height at Withers: 22″ / 55.85 cm.