If dogs eat the ivy, they can get an upset stomach. Plus, if the oils from the poison ivy get on their coat, it could end up on your skin as well. "You have to watch your animals," Erickson said.

AUSTIN, Texas — The Trail Conservancy is trying out a creative way to get rid of poison ivy on the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, and it involves animals. They're bringing in 150 goats this summer ...

While any goats would eat poison ivy, she said Nigerian Dwarf goats are shorter, making it harder for them to reach taller plants. Nubians on the other hand, could grow up to 35 inches and weigh ...