Looking down from one of Rwanda’s thousands of hills, you see specks of white, brown, black, or possibly a mixture of all three, decorating the grassy hillside. GOATS! In Rwanda, and much of Eastern Africa, goats can be found pretty much anywhere: hillsides, backyards, on the side of the road, everywhere! During my first trip to the country in 2012, I decided to conduct my honors thesis research on Rwandan goat production. Since that initial decision, I have learned much more about Rwandan goat management and production than I ever expected. In order to accomplish this task, I visited Rwanda in 2013 and 2014 for two weeks each time to conduct interviews with a total of thirteen goat herders. I also interviewed local veterinarians and veterinary students in order to assess the overall status of the goat in Rwandan society and to gain a better understanding of medical ailments that plague Rwandan goats. This report outlines the findings from these interviews, highlights the traditional methods of goat production, and analyzes the incorporation of modern approaches with traditional knowledge.