Is it safe to handle a baby goat when you may have pink eye or cold?

No, it is not safe to handle a baby goat when you may have pink eye or cold.

Pink eye is a bacterial or viral infection of the eye, and it is highly contagious. It can spread easily from person to person, and goats can also be infected with it. Baby goats have a developing immune system and may be more susceptible to infection than adult goats. If you have pink eye, it is best to avoid contact with baby goats until the infection has cleared up.

The common cold is a viral infection of the respiratory tract, and it can also be spread easily from person to person. While the common cold is usually not as severe as pink eye, it can still cause problems for baby goats. Baby goats may develop respiratory problems if they are infected with the common cold, and they may also lose their appetite and become lethargic. It is best to avoid contact with baby goats if you have a cold until the symptoms have cleared up.