People new to breeding pets are often confused when their pet delivers its young and either ignores them or kills them. Sometimes the problem is owner error, and other times the pet just does not want to be a parent.

My wife and I do not own any dogs, but have found that some animals make just as good pets, or even better. If for some reason you cannot have a dog, or just do not want one, these are great alternatives, however they are illegal as urban pets in most areas.

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 humorous look at the kind of pets that have inhabited the White House.

We bought Aggie to be a pet, and to protect our sheep. One winter’s day, she did in fact manage to save the life of one of our ewes. The threat was not a coyote, but something we had never even considered.

Some pets do very well to live outdoors all year long. I am not talking about a discarded house cat. I am referring to wonderful animals like Pheasants, Donkeys, Llamas, Ducks, and Sheep.

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.