Getting farm animals sounds like a dream—fresh eggs, homemade cheese, and an Instagram-worthy countryside life. But not every animal is a good match for beginners. Before you start picturing yourself ...

NEW YORK — They’re adorable. They require less food and space. And without much coaxing, they might help cut the grass. Americans are showing more interest in owning miniature cows, goats, donkeys and ...

They’re adorable. They require less food and space. And without much coaxing, they might help cut the grass. Americans are showing more interest in owning miniature cows, goats, donkeys and other ...

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 ...

Lisa Moad, owner of Seven Oaks Farm, pets her miniature horse and miniature donkey on Aug. 6, 2024, in Hamilton, Ohio. AP Photo/Emilee Chinn NEW YORK — They’re adorable. They require less food and ...