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#GoatGate: Freddie and George update

Pygmy goats soon to be removed by City of Richmond
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Art Knapps gardening centre is supportive of Freddie and George, Richmond's now infamous pygmy goats.

A simmering feud between the City of Richmond and a pair of neighbourhood goats is reaching the eleventh hour.

Owner Richard Simm reports that the city has been in contact with his landlords to discuss Freddie and George, the pygmy goat pets who are banned under animal control bylaws.

Meanwhile a groundswell of support has risen in the community from letters to News editor Eve Edmonds, supportive comments on social media as well as this sign at Art Knapps in City Centre.

The removal deadline is Aug. 18 but Simm is asking for an extension for city council to discuss the matter in September. 

You can see the goats' Facebook page by clicking here.

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Freddie the pygmy goat, front, and his buddy, George (with owner Richard Simm) are the stars on their street, making many friends, such as with the neighbours pictured. However, the goats may have to be given up by the Simm family, as farm animals, even ones as domesticated as this pair, are not allowed under the City of Richmond’s animal control bylaw. Photo by Graeme Wood/Richmond News. - Graeme Wood/Richmond News