Owner Janine Smalley says a little education before you buy could keep more animals out of shelters and in loving homes.

Ever dreamed of living on a farm with your own chickens, ducks, or goats? Then having farm animals as pets might be the next best thing! “Farm animals make great companions,” says Matthew Aversa, ...

There's never a dull day when you have animals in the house, but most pet parents draw the line at a dog or cat. Even lizards and birds make wonderful pets, but caring for a farm animal requires a ...

Hog Island Sheep can shed their wool but can be shorn for fiber. Find the best farm animals for beginners among heritage livestock breeds. Pick a pig, get a goat, decide on a donkey, and more. Many ...

Learn the basics of humane farm animal care, including polled genetics in dairy cattle, why are antibiotics given to ...

Kris Taylor bought 10 acres just outside of Lawrence, Kansas, in 2018 to create a farm animal sanctuary known as Shy 38.