This goat found in the Shandong Province of China. The breed was developed from Sannens of another type, first introduced to Loushan by German preachers early in 1904, and
used for crossing with local does from 1919. Several later importations were also
made.
Laoshan milk goats have been developed from upgrading and selection during the past
70 years, and they are now similar to purebred Saanen in both body and conformation
and milk production.
References
Cheng, P. (1984) Livestock breeds of China. Animal Production and Health Paper 46
(E, F, S). Publ. by FAO, Rome, 217 pp.