WHAT IS AMMONIA AND WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? That strong, sharp smell you perceive when entering your goat or sheep pen is ammonia gas — and it’s not harmless. Ammonia (NH₃) forms when urine and dung mix and decompose, especially on wet floors or poorly ventilated pens. It’s a colorless gas but has a very powerful odor. If you can smell it clearly, it means your animals are already breathing it in. 🧠 Simple Tip: Keep your pen dry, drain urine properly, and clean often. Tomorrow, we’ll look at h