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The goats are back.

If you were wondering what all that fencing was on 40th St just below the John Stanford school between Latona and I-5, wonder no longer:

Goats under I-5

 

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Yep, those are goats, on duty, working for the city clearing out the blackberries. They’ve been there since Saturday, at least. I’m not sure how long they’ll be around, but there’s no shortage of blackberries for them to snack on.

(Thanks Ian Taylor and Madi for the tip. Second photo by Ian.)

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Jordan

I started Wallyhood back in 2008, right when my son was born, because I realized I had lived in the neighborhood since 1993 and didn't really know my neighbors. I figured writing a blog about what was going on around me would be a good way to meet people and help other people do the same. As the years progressed, those neighbors have picked up the torch and it is now a group effort, which I adore. I moved out of Wallingford for a few years (2020 - 2025), but I'm back, now living with my wife, son and dog (Dillinger) up in Tangletown.

This Post Has 9 Comments

  1. Breadbaker October 28, 2013

    It was wonderful yesterday driving up NE 40th and seeing the goats and nearly every car stop and get out, look at the goats, take pictures, with or without kids, chat up the goats, feed the goats (which is sort of silly; they’re there to eat blackberry and they’ll do just fine on it).

    Every single person was smiling. Goats are good.

  2. John October 28, 2013

    I LOVE THE GOATS!

  3. karla October 28, 2013

    I too love goats! Yes goats are good! Hurray for city council employing friendly funny goats instead of noisy machines! News like this makes me happy.

  4. yoyo October 29, 2013

    I didnt see where one could park to take photos. Lovely those goats.

  5. neighbor barb October 29, 2013

    Lots of parking on upper NE 40th under I-5, at least on weekends and later in the day.

  6. Mary October 29, 2013

    Really fun to check them out. Hurry! At the rate they’re going they won’t be around long!

  7. BrianT October 30, 2013

    Don’t worry about parking. Leave your car at home and go for a walk to see the goats.

  8. neighbor barb October 30, 2013

    BrianT – Must be the folks from upper Wallingford who need to drive. But I’ve heard that some actually walk to 42nd Street on Halloween night!

  9. Lucky Pup November 2, 2013

    Me and my Dog-Mom have been walking the many extra blocks each day on our walk now to visit my new friends, the goats! They do like dog treats! Although ive heard they’ll eat anything, my Mom specially bakes treats for me, and I’m certain the goats appreciate the extra love put into them, as I do.
    I hope they’ re here forever,!

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