Barnorama All Fun In The Barn
A peaceful neighborhood in Boise, Idaho, was ‘invaded’ by more than 100 of these horned animals and they tore up all the vegetation they could set their rectangular pupils on. As it turns out, the goats weren’t in the local area by accident: they were rented out to do a little bit of natural mowing and munch on noxious weeds. However, nobody foresaw that the goats would run amok.
In August of 2018, 118 goats escaped their enclosure near the neighborhood pond when some of the animals stood on their back feet and leaned against wooden boards to reach some tall and tasty weeds. The boards broke, the goats got out, the neighborhood and the goat rental company (We Rent Goats—no, really!) that supplied the animals had their 15 minutes of fame. Goats are known for their love of weeds (and other plants which cows and sheep think are yucky), so they’re wonderful as organic lawnmowers.
Parris said that his friends, family, and co-workers “loved the story.” “It was literally one of the biggest stories of the day around the country. It was a lot of fun for everyone. Friends across the country sent me news clips and articles with my video or interview in it. Really great day!”
The animals were from a goat rental company and escaped their enclosure
“Now, anytime a group of animals get loose, we get a call. We have yet to find the same magic as the goats. The goat day was one of the most wholesome stories I’ve ever told. It was so special because for an hour everyone forgot about politics and war and arguing online. Everyone was together on the same page enjoying a funny little story that blew up.”