Meat
Myotonic
B tier
Myotonic goats—also called Tennessee Fainting or Wooden Leg goats—carry a hereditary myotonia that stiffens muscles when startled. Beyond the novelty, they are a legitimate American meat breed: heavily muscled, often quieter, and efficient converters for small farms. Meat yield is high relative to frame; flavour is mild-to-moderate goat when kids are well finished. Specialty producers market Myotonic chevon for farm-to-table sales. Handling aims to minimise stress that triggers the myotonic response before slaughter.
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History
Myotonic goats appeared in Tennessee farm lore, later spreading as a distinct type.
Breeders maintained fainting lines for novelty and emerging meat interest.
International registries began documenting Myotonic goat pedigrees.
Serious meat selection improved muscling beyond the curiosity market.