NEW YORK (AP) — 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, ...

Scientists have come up with a system of measuring animal welfare that enables reliable comparison across different types of pig farming. Cambridge University scientists have come up with a system of ...

As Hurricane Milton was fast-approaching, Sara Weldon and her husband, Rick Bass, made a decision: They would not leave their animals. The couple - who live on a small farm in Clermont, Fla., between ...

There is something special about watching children interact with animals at a petting zoo that touches the heart. I have very fond memories of taking my son Chris to petting zoos when he was young. He ...

Some Indian Creek Elementary School students spent Thursday petting and learning about various types of farm animals as part of the district’s annual Animal Day. Indiana Creek FFA members and the ...

The Crown Point City Council has laid new rules on residents about raising their own chickens and other types of farm animals and exotic pets on their property. Amending its existing ordinance at ...

Honey, a rescued horse, gets initial care from the team at Merrymac Farm, an animal sanctuary in Charlotte. Courtesy photo This story by Liberty Darr was first published Aug. 17 in The Citizen. “I don ...