Many people might have the idea of being noble and rescuing a farm animal and keeping it as a pet. But with few exceptions, it’s likely not a practical venture.

The industry calls them “bummer” lambs, but I prefer to call them “bottle-babies”. These are the lambs that may be orphaned or lambs that the mother refused (or was unable) to care for. This is a guide on how you should care for these lambs.

A Labrador, as we know, is a breed of dog used for retrieving ducks, or as a companion pet. Like all dogs, they are descendants of wolves. They are hunters. A llama, on the other hand, is a peaceful plant eater. They are the hunted. Being a hunter or hunted results in one behavioral pattern owners of such animals need to be aware of.

A horse is a horse, of course, but check out these unusual breeds of horses and find out what makes them different.

Of all the pets I own, one of the most fun is our donkey. Before you consider owning a donkey, you should read this information.

Anyone can have a cat or dog, but all the real cool kids ask their moms and dads for a pet sheep. Heck all the real cool moms and dads already have sheep for pets, and environmentally friendly lawnmowers. I know I do.

Not everyone wants a cat or a dog. Some people want a little something different, how about a fluffy chicken or one that lays blue eggs?

Sometimes kept for guard or for fiber, Llamas and Alpacas make unusual pets. Anybody can own a cat or dog, but for a really cool pet try a Llama or Alpaca.