Meet The Herd

Rosie and her sister Daisy are the OG's. Rosie is the source of our products as she is currently our Milk Maid. Rosie is an independent gal with a mind of her own. She is intuitive and will know when to avoid me because I am about to groom, medicate or milk. Milking Rosie was a rough start for both of us. But with patience, it soon became a true bonding experience and something I look forward to.

Daisy is Rosie's sister and Frankie Blue Eyes' mama. Daisy is a true beauty and has an attitude to match! She has a look that can kill. Resting B face for sure. She interacts on her terms only. Even so, she is a tender mother. She was a wonderful mom when Frankie was born and still is. Frankie, almost a year old, still stays close to her and they often sleep snuggled together. Daisy is the model for our logo.

Hank! After bringing home Rosie & Daisy, I was so obsessed! My dad went back 2 weeks later and got their brother. Hank is our resident goofball. He has a quiet soul, laid back, and is a lover. His favorite thing to do is loaf and eat animal cookies. But when his zoomies kick in...there is nothing funnier! Shhh...don't tell the other goats...Hank is my favorite :)

Hank is a wether.

Frankie is Daisy's kid. We decided to keep Frankie because he charmed us with his crystal blue eyes and the best goat snuggles. He will fall asleep while you are brushing or petting him. He insists on being brushed or loved on daily. Who could say no to that face! He is our only fully horned goat and a wether.

Lucky! He had a rough start. Never knowing his true mama, orphaned at just a day old. He became my first and, hopefully only, bottle baby. To this day, he thinks  I am his mom and, therefore, he thinks he has special privileges. Raised by me, he was not accepted by the herd. As much as he tried, they rejected him. He suffered a broken leg trying to escape them. Yet he remains full of joy, always happy and full of life. At a year old, he's finally fitting in. He holds a special place in my heart, but boy he tries my paitence!

We miss Lily to this day. Lily was 4 years old when she joined us at Chickpea Farm. She was not accustomed to everyday interaction with people. It took me a full year to gain her trust. Once she settled in, she assumed her rightful role as herd queen. She demanded respect from the younger herd members and was always alert to their surroundings, giving warnings when she thought it necessary. Lily is Lucky's goat mama. We lost Lily after an emergency c-section kidding Lucky. It was a miracle Lucky survived. She was the best mama to her prior kids and we all still feel the hole she left in our herd.

My man. Owning a goat and chicken farm was never one of Fred's dreams, yet he has indulged and supported me in every way. I am a pretty independent gal, but I have no shame in saying I need his help! Whether helping me load 50 bales of hay up in the loft or pulling a kid from a struggling mama...he is always there! I couldn't have done this without his love and support.

This is my dream come true. I would have every farm animal if I could, but goats are my true passion. Yes, they are a lot of work and they push my physical, mental and emotional capabilities. I enjoy all aspects of caring for them, from stall clean out to belly laughs at their antics. Dont get me wrong, there are a lot of four letter words used around these "butt heads" but they have my heart and soul and they know it.

Introducing General Patton, our purebred registered pygmy who’s ready to take on the role of farm stud! From the moment he arrived, he has made quite the impression, fearlessly bounding into the herd that’s three times his size. Unlike any other goat, this little guy has a voice that can’t be ignored—he's truly a screamer! As I embark on this new adventure of bringing in a buck to the farm, I’m filled with both excitement and nervous anticipation for the challenges that lie ahead.