Hops N Lops Farm
Nubian, Saanen and LaMancha Dairy Goats in Harwinton, CT
Available Goats & Kidding Schedule
Nubian Doe Kid $800
American Nubian
March 2023
Sire: *B J&M HIDEAWAY AB ICEMAN
Dam: HOPS N LOPS DELPHINI 2*M VG88
The only “problem” with this doe is she has a littermate sister and I have to many kids we plan to grow out. If she wasn’t to sell, I wouldn’t be the least bit upset. Her sister is only staying because she’s a touch longer in bone pattern which is what I’m trying to maintain after adding some new genetics, but the sister were offering is more open in the rib. Other than that, they are very similar in person — just not the most photogenic pair!
Their dam Delphini has been a favorite of mine since she was a kid. Her dam BELLATRIX 1*M EX91 is our American herd matriarch and dam of does such as GCH WYSTERIA 2*M EX91. Delphini is also by our successful herd sire +*B SGCH REDWOOD HILLS ATLAS DRAKON EX90 who is still producing lovely kids in our herd. Delphini hasn’t been out much only due to the fact she is prettified of anything related to shows. We hoped she calmed down for 2022, then came to find out her version of calm was “dancing” on her back feet and standing backwards in a champion line. So as much as I’d like to get this doe the attention she deserves, for everyone’s safety and sanity we’ve respected her wishes of staying home. I’ve even found just having someone different on appraisal day gets her worked up, but considering she’s built like her mother I’m hoping by the time she’s pushing 10 she’ll calm down enough to present herself well.
Iceman is a new buck to us but we’re excited to add more of the BELLISSIMA genetics via ACE BELLAGIO, in addition to some NEVADA JOE. Iceman has full and paternal sisters topping National Show classes so we look forward to seeing what he’ll add to our herd — especially in mammary traits.
Nubian Doe Kid $1000
American Nubian
March Kid
Sire: *B J&M HIDEAWAY AB ICEMAN
Dam: HOPS N LOPS KANTINA 9*M EX90
Nubian Buck Kid $650
20% OFF ($520) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
American Nubian
March 2023
Sire: *B J&M HIDEAWAY AB ICEMAN
Dam: HOPS N LOPS BLONDE BOMBSHELL
While he’s not the most photogenic baby, he’s easily a favorite of mine out of all our 2023 kids.
For those who don’t know, his dam freshened as a yearling and a few weeks later showed symptoms of a stroke when I returned from a judging trip. We were able to bring her back but gave her 2022 off, so she’s dealing with some mastitis after that extended dry period. She is still a herd favorite and one to watch out for, as is her baby full sister!
Iceman is a new buck to us but we’re excited to add more of the BELLISSIMA genetics via ACE BELLAGIO, in addition to some NEVADA JOE. Iceman has full and paternal sisters topping National Show classes so we look forward to seeing what he’ll add to our herd — especially in mammary traits.
He is ready to leave any time! I am able to transport within 3 hours of us for a mileage/time fee. I need to measure him, but he may be able to be air-shipped if sent ASAP!
Nubian Buck Kid $750
20% OFF ($600) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
American Nubian
March Kid
Sire: +*B SGCH REDWOOD HILLS ATLAS DRAKON EX90
Dam: HOPS N LOPS WOOKIEE 3*M EX90
A full sibling go BLONDE BOMBSHELL who is a powerhouse of a young doe we haven’t gotten out at much as I’d like to yet. His dam is a lovely WYSTERIA daughter who has one of the best medials and teat placement in our Nubian herd. While he’s all legs right now, this kid bas some exciting genetic potential for another herd that he’s not as closely related to. We are looking forward to retaining his littermate sister and having her another “bombshell” in the herd.
He is ready to leave any time! I am able to transport within 3 hours of us for a mileage/time fee. He can be airshipped if sent ASAP!
Nubian Buck Kid $650
20% OFF ($520) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
Purebred Nubian
March Kid
Sire: *B HOPS N LOPS MUST BE A WEASLEY
Dam: HOPS N LOPS KATALYST
Nubian Buck Kid $600
20% OFF ($480) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
American Nubian
March Kid
Sire: *B J&M HIDEAWAY AB ICEMAN
Dam: HOPS N LOPS NIGHTLOCK
(*B LakeShore Mdsmr Night's Dream x Hops N Lops Nightshade)
Out of our best first freshening Nubian of the year. A stellar mammary system with a lovely medial, area of attachment and teat placement. This kids parents are not the biggest animals in the barn but he is just so correct in general appearance with a pedigree to back up him up.
LaMancha Buck Kid $850
20% OFF ($680) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
American LaMancha
April Kid
Sire: HOPS N LOPS JEAN VALJEAN
Dam: GOAT-SAN LEMON VERBENA
(littermate to the 2022 ADGA National Champion & Best Udder winner)
Saanen Buck Kid $500
20% OFF ($400) IF PICKED UP BY MAY 4TH
American Saanen
March Kid
Sire: *B VINEYARD VIEW SOCIALDISTANCING
Dam: HOPS N LOPS AMITYVILLE 2*M VG85 (Yearling/FF)
Here is our last Saanen buck we’re offering in 2023 — and he’s a Distance son!
His dam is a powerhouse of a milker, starting off the year well with over 12 pounds at less than two weeks fresh (and dealing with ridiculous weather). Amity is a doe that really belongs on a dairy, but has the structure to also make it in the show ring. Her sire +B ALCATRAZ EX92 has been extremely consistent in mammary traits being in the high 30’s or 40’s range with daughters including GUANTANAMO EX90. Amity was a 32 in fore udder, 36 in rear udder arch and height — as an immature yearling! She’s been hanging out in my barn, but she’s not doe to pass up on. Her son could truly benefit the small backyard herd, or a show herd.
He is able to be air-shipped if done so ASAP. I am also able to transport within 3 hours for a mileage/time fee. Please contact me for more information.
Pet Wether Groups Available
We are offering a select few groups of Saanen and a very limited number of Nubian pet wethers at a reasonable price especially if picked up in the first week or two. These kids are disbudded, tattooed, very friendly and on bottles. They can come with an ADGA "Certificate of Identification" application if needed for local fairs such as 4-H fairs at the buyer's expense. We can accommodate for those wanting smaller or larger groups.
Please contact us for more information on adding some sweet pet wethers to your family!
Currently Available:
February Nubian Group of 4 - $300 (disbudded, tattooed & neutered)
March Sable & Nubian Pair - $250 (disbudded, tattooed & neutered)
April Nubian Pair - $150 (disbudded & tattooed)
April Nubian Trio - $175 (disbudded & tattooed)
April Saanen Pair - $100 (disbudded & tattooed)
Pet groups are 25% off if picked up by May 4th!
Note: please read our sales policy before contacting us about placing a reservation or purchasing animals!
Terms & Conditions of Sale
Thank you for your interest in our herd!
Our goal when selling animals is to place animals into herds where they can be a positive addition to an established herd, or a strong foundation for an up and coming herd. To achieve this goal, please let us know what you are looking to add to your herd.
Kid Reservation & Sales Policy
We offer buyers the opportunity to hold their place in line for availability of kids from a specific doe by placing a reservation. Reservations are accepted year-round, but breeding plans are typically not released until summer. To place a reservation, we require a $100 deposit. A reservation is not honored until the deposit has been received. If a reservation cannot be fulfilled it can be rolled over to the following year, moved to another available reservation or kid, or refunded. If the buyer chooses to cancel the reservation or sale, the deposit is forfeited. Reservations are made for a buck or doe kid from a specific doe, reservations on animals are taken in order that deposits were received. You are able to place a second or third choice at no extra cost in case your first choice does not have an available kid, but your first choice must be due before or close to your second choice. The same will apply for a second and third choice. Once you have been notified about the outcome of you reservation choices, you have 72 hours to respond or the reservation will be considered cancelled and deposit forfeited. Payment is due within ten days of notification or the deposit and any monies paid will be forfeited. You will be notified by email or Facebook messenger. The kids registration and transfer is included in the purchase price.
When purchasing a kid that is already born, full payment is due at the time of purchase.
The purchase price for pre-reserved or already born kids includes us to hold the animal until four weeks of age. After that, there is a $50 per week boarding fee towards their feed, barn space and our time managing them. We strongly encourage you to pick up your kid as soon as possible to help them transition smoothly into their new home. Due to my travel schedule, we cannot hold kids for extenuating lengths of time so please keep this in mind when placing a reservation or purchasing a kid.
We accept cash, money orders, cashiers check, a cleared check, PayPal or Venmo transfer. Please make checks payable to Grace Toy. There is a $50 fee for checks returned for non payment. PayPal and Venmo fees are the responsibility of the buyer.
We reserve the right to retain any kid as a herd replacement. When offering kids from first fresheners, we retain the right to not offer kids if the dam does not meet our standards. Due to unpredictable New Englang weather, we cannot make promises it will be warm enough to take udder photos so if this is a concern we recommend looking at purchasing a kid out of our mature does. We want to ensure any animals registered under the Hops N Lops herd name meets our standards. All bucks (mature or kids) we sell are done so with the option that we may purchase 20 straws of semen back at the cost of collection.
Hops N Lops Farm abides by ADGA Recommended Trade Practices for Members (ADGA Guidebook, Article XIX).
By purchasing an animal or placing a reservation, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of sale.
Transportation and Picking Up Kids
Buyers are responsible for all transportation fees associated with the kid which includes but is not limited to transport or airfare fees, crate, health paper and veterinary tests or fees.
We are able to airship kids primarily using Delta or American Airlines out of Bradley International Airport in Hartford/Springfield. For 2023, an air-shipping deposit of $650 for a single kid or $725 for two is due prior to shipment. This includes a deposit towards the airfare, crate and health paper but due to the inconsistency of prices right now we don't get the exact total until we drop the kid off. Please note, some states have added health requirements for importing animals which can also add to the cost. Driving to the airport and drop off is a several hour process so we do charge a $50 fee. We try to use in "like new" condition crates at a discounted rate and use the best airline rate to help keep costs down. We do find that air-shipping is the least stressful on the kid when they cannot be picked up at the farm by their new owners.
While we reserve the right to refuse transporters if we have concerns, we are willing to work with ground transporters that are able to meet us close or at the farm. All animals will need a CVI health paper, and extra tests may be necessary depending on the final destination's requirements. We will send enough food with the kid to get them a few days past the transport route in case of potential delays. Kids will also receive a probiotic prior to leaving to help with stress on the road.
Once an animal leaves the farm, we are not responsible for any health issues. Animals leaving the farm on transports leave with a legitimate health paper and evaluation by our vet and are healthy.
Kid Photos & Updates
We try our best to keep you up to date on animals you have a reservation on as far as breeding plans, breeding confirmations and due dates. Once a kid is born, we will keep you updated leading up to transport day or pick up.
In our and many other respected breeder's experiences, a photo of a newborn kid is not an accurate representation so we do not share kid photos. We are more than willing to give an honest opinion and evaluation of a kid to make sure a kid is a right choice for your herd as we want your Hops N Lops kid to be a good addition to add to or start your herd. We highly encourage you to use the performance data we have spent years building to give buyers as much information to make informed decisions when buying animals or semen from our herd.
Due to the unpredictable New England weather, we make no guarantees we will be able to take photos of first fresheners. We want you to feel comfortable purchasing from us, so if this is a concern we recommend considering purchasing a kid from our mature animals that already has photos and performance data.