Goats are almost the most ideally suited animal for packing, says Jaclyn Krymowski. Their moderate frame size and cloven hooves mean they can access rugged places horses and mules can’t. Plus, they have a natural walking pace like people. As browsers, they leave less environmental impact behind them.
Source: Backyard Goats, October 5, 2022. Link. Pack goats are not limited to any specific breed, but the right structural qualities are essential, such as being broad-chested, heavy boned with well-sprung ribs, with a level back and sound hooves. Disposition is important as well.
Also see: Pack goats: Packing quite a kick! Backyard Goats, October 5, 2022. Link. Goats make great hunting companions. The smell of blood and wild game doesn’t bother them. They don’t bolt from the scent of predatory animals the way horses do. A full-sized, well-trained pack goat breed can only carry between 50 and 70 pounds. A horse, under the same conditions, can carry 200 pounds.