Chickens are a terrific introduction to small farm animals. They're hardy, easy to take care of, and don't cost much in terms of setup.

Animal breeders say sales of pint-sized farm animals have grown since the COVID-19 pandemic, when more people started raising backyard chickens for fun and fresh eggs.

LUXEMBURG, Wis. (WBAY) - More than 50 farm animals, some with a past history of neglect or special needs, are now thriving on a five-acre animal sanctuary in Kewaunee County. For the rest of them ...

The couple — who live on a small farm in Clermont, Fla., between Tampa and Orlando — rode out the storm on their seven-acre property with their farm animals.

Animal breeders say sales of pint-sized farm animals have grown since the COVID-19 pandemic, when more people started raising backyard chickens for fun and fresh eggs.

The couple — who live on a small farm in Clermont, Fla., between Tampa and Orlando — rode out the storm on their seven-acre property with their farm animals.

Animal breeders say sales of pint-sized farm animals have grown since the COVID-19 pandemic, when more people started raising backyard chickens for fun and fresh eggs.

A farm animal can be both mini and mighty. Some of the four-legged stars on social media are furry cows that can weigh 500-600 pounds. The smallest, which stand under 3 feet in height, are known ...

While some people buy small farm animals as a stepping stone to owning larger ones, others don’t have a desire to expand. Some owners of mini farm animals turn their hobbies into side hustles by ...

Animal breeders say sales of pint-sized farm animals have grown since the COVID-19 pandemic, when more people started raising backyard chickens for fun and fresh eggs.

“They’re seen as part of the extended family, ” Fysh said. While some people buy small farm animals as a stepping stone to owning larger ones, others don’t have a desire to expand.

A miniature horse feeds on straw at Seven Oaks Farm, owned by Lisa Moad, on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, in Hamilton, Ohio. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn) Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS ...