FAQ — The Doting Goat

We’re at Full Circle Farms: 3014 River Road, Johns Island, SC 29455. Visits are by appointment only. Directions and parking info will be sent after booking.
Yes! We have easy, free parking right at the entrance. If you see the goats, you are in the right place.
Yes! There are accessible bathrooms on site, plus handwashing stations and sanitizer.
We provide benches, picnic blankets, and shady spots depending on your experience. Let us know if you need accommodations.
- Closed-toe shoes are required
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dusty, furry, or a little loved on.
- Avoid dangly earrings or flowy items-goats will investigate.
- Prepare for the weather
A little, yes! It’s a working farm — expect dust, hay, goat fur, and maybe a hoofprint souvenir. We keep things tidy, but nature does her thing.

The Doting Goat is a wellness-based business, not a therapy practice. It offers intentional, restorative experiences with goats designed to promote connection, calm, and curiosity. These wellness offerings are not clinical and are open to the general public.
Some offerings are therapeutic, but we do not provide clinical therapy to the general public. Maddie is a Licensed Professional Counselor and occasionally facilitates clinical therapy for existing clients only.
A wellness experience blends nature, animal companionship, and structured or unstructured space for emotional rest, without being clinical therapy. Think: grounding, goat cuddles, journaling, breathing space, or group reflection. It's restorative and meaningful, but not a substitute for licensed mental health treatment.
Please email admin@risingtidespsychotherapy.com to inquire about Maddie’s availability or for further assistance in other community mental health services/providers.
Please note that therapy services are separate from Doting Goat experiences and follow clinical intake and confidentiality procedures.
A little, yes! It’s a working farm — expect dust, hay, goat fur, and maybe a hoofprint souvenir. We keep things tidy, but nature does her thing.

Nope, our goats are gentle and social. They are curious, so they will try to nibble on anything and everything if you do not set boundaries.
Yes! We’ll guide you on how to interact safely. Some sessions include goat treats — we’ll let you know what’s allowed.
Sorry, no outside pets are allowed. Goats are naturally prey animals and become anxious with any new animals. Ask them about their pet chihuahua though.
Absolutely! Snap away and tag us @TheDotingGoat.

Specific booking details can be found on each service page. All visits must be scheduled in advance. We do not allow drop-ins.
If you have any issues booking or need help choosing the right service, feel free to reach out.
We ask for at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule. No-shows or last-minute cancellations may forfeit booking fees.
We’re a small farm and plan around each visit, so your understanding helps us (and the goats) stay on track.
Payment is collected through our booking system.
We host small group experiences (for up to 6 people) and seasonal events with limited availability. Larger groups or events may be scheduled through Full Circle Farms, and we are happy to connect you for custom planning.

Most of our herd are Nigerian Dwarf goats — small, sturdy, and full of personality. They’re known for their sweet temperament, playful energy, and tendency to pose for photos like influencers.

Mr. Rebel is the outlier. He’s a mini LaMancha silky fainting goat cross, but let’s be honest — Rebel is really his own breed. He’s got the attitude of a celebrity chef and the grazing habits of a picky toddler. We love him anyway.
Absolutely not! They are actually rather picky and each of the goat's has their snack preferences. Rebel prefers weeds over snacks, BG will reject off-brand Cheerios, and Aurora is obsessed with strawberries.
They will not eat everything, but they will chew on everything!
Ours don’t! Fainting goats have a genetic condition called myotonia. None of our goats faint, though Rebel sometimes acts dramatic (probably because he is part fainting goat, tbh).
Nope, our goats are clean and get weekly waterless shampoo baths! Only Bucks (intact male goats) can smell musky during breeding season. Our male goats are wethers (castrated).
Oh yes! If you sit down, you're fair game. Great practice in setting clear boundaries and saying no!
Goats are either born naturally horned or polled (no-horns). None of ours have horns as it keeps both people and them more safe.

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