At our farm, we raise an array of different animals, for a multitude of reasons. We have invested in mainly heritage breeds for their ease of care, breeding & pleasant demeanor. We also purchase from other farms or receive animals from time to time. In my opinion, good demeanor & good parenting prevail over purebred genes. That being said we do also recognize the responsibility to preserve breeds and uphold standards. We have an unregistered pure bred Jacobs ewe's and ram, a Dorset/Finn mix to help keep up with demand for larger lamb and a Khathadin since we were exploring the thought of hair sheep. American Guinea hogs also roam the pasture here, and dwarf the size of our Juliana, Vietnamese potbelly and American Mini pigs, though they are also technically mini pigs.
We try to keep animals of breeding age available, however stock is limited. Please visit www.petrie-family-farm.myshopify.com to check the availability of any of the animals listed below. You may also inquire via text, email or FB messager, since some things are not listed immediately as I wait to see how things are growing, sex, personality etc.
We are now state certified to sell chickens according to Ma law. We can accept any chicken "donations" and can only buy from other tested flocks. If you have chickens or have visited other chicken farms, you will be asked to step in a bleach solution before entering our barnyard area. For this reason, we have set up "Chickenvana"! You purchase your chicken on www.petrie-family-farm.myshopify.com and will find it crated and waiting for you during pickup hours. YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN CRATE FOR TRANSPORT.
Pigs:
We raise 3 sizes of mini pigs. Our tiniest litters are a Julianna /Potbelly mix. These piglets are suitable for house pets. Their friendly demeanor, intelligence and cleanliness makes them great pets. Fed correctly, these pigs hover around 75 pounds full size. Our pet pigs come handled and littler box trained and we are happy to train you on their diets and basic care.
Our mid sized minis are Julianna/American Mini Meat mixes, perfect for backyard farms, homesteaders & new farmers these pigs are enjoyable and smart but also get to a decent size 75-100 pounds. Some of the smaller of these litters make great house pets as well.
Our largest pigs are American Guinea hogs. Almost extinct about 20 years ago, they have earned their way back onto the homestead with their pleasant demeanor and larger size. Escape artists and power houses, these pigs require a degree more of care but provide red meat cuts of pork the likes of which you probably haven't tasted!
**New for 2021**** we have acquired a Kune Kune boar and are on the lookout for a purebred sow.
We keep 3 boars here who will gladly lend their services for barter and trade as well, please inquire.
Sheep:
We raise Jacob sheep and also have a Dorset/ Finn mix and a Khathadin ewe... If you are interested in wool, please inquire.( I've been told our sheep have "spinners wool", though I don't know much about it!) We should have lambs available for 2021, currently awaiting births from 2 of our yearlings.
Ducks: Muscovies have been our favorite ducks to raise, flying overhead like helicopters you never know where you will find one roosting. They live "wild" within our barnyard fence, and so I cannot collect eggs to hatch or predict availability. I will know when they waddle up to the pond. I am thinking to raise Jumbo Pekins for egg and barnyard stock, please inquire or refer!
Chickens: A variety of dual purpose breeds are raised here for eggs. We do also sell chics and try to have birds of all ages and types in stock. Barred rocks, Blue & Copper Marans, Copper Laced Wyandotte, Easter Eggers, Jersey Giants, Seabrite bantums, Partridge Silkies & Wellsummers are our current breeding groups. I am on the search for a Brahma rooster to make one more flock. We do offer hatching eggs by the dozen. You may also select a "purebred barnyard mix" for a mixed flock from all of our breeds.
Silver Pheasants: We were gifted a beautiful pair of silver pheasants. I'll be learning all about them and attempting to hatch the only 20 eggs they may lay this year! Stay tuned!
Quails: Jumbo Cotournix quail, pharaoh & range. I am currently awaiting eggs to hatch.
Rabbits: Our rabbits are raised for pets or grass fed for meat. They are winter hardy, friendly rabbits. Our stock changes frequently, please inquire. Currently breeds include Flemish Giant, New Zealand, Silver Fox, Chinchilla. Most are mixed breeds, we do keep breeders in stock for sale. We are proud to present a line of Velveteen lop pet bunnies for 2021.
Worms: Red Wriggler worms multiply quickly and are fantastic at making short work out of compost. We do put some out for Little Alum Pond fisherman, a quick text and I'll set them out the night before for you. Also available for your garden!
Bees: Local beekeeper Megan Bee will be returning with her bees this season and we have purchased our first hives of our own! Petrie Family Farm honey, with bees fed from our beautiful flower gardens is on the horizon!
We try to keep animals of breeding age available, however stock is limited. Please visit www.petrie-family-farm.myshopify.com to check the availability of any of the animals listed below. You may also inquire via text, email or FB messager, since some things are not listed immediately as I wait to see how things are growing, sex, personality etc.
We are now state certified to sell chickens according to Ma law. We can accept any chicken "donations" and can only buy from other tested flocks. If you have chickens or have visited other chicken farms, you will be asked to step in a bleach solution before entering our barnyard area. For this reason, we have set up "Chickenvana"! You purchase your chicken on www.petrie-family-farm.myshopify.com and will find it crated and waiting for you during pickup hours. YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN CRATE FOR TRANSPORT.
Pigs:
We raise 3 sizes of mini pigs. Our tiniest litters are a Julianna /Potbelly mix. These piglets are suitable for house pets. Their friendly demeanor, intelligence and cleanliness makes them great pets. Fed correctly, these pigs hover around 75 pounds full size. Our pet pigs come handled and littler box trained and we are happy to train you on their diets and basic care.
Our mid sized minis are Julianna/American Mini Meat mixes, perfect for backyard farms, homesteaders & new farmers these pigs are enjoyable and smart but also get to a decent size 75-100 pounds. Some of the smaller of these litters make great house pets as well.
Our largest pigs are American Guinea hogs. Almost extinct about 20 years ago, they have earned their way back onto the homestead with their pleasant demeanor and larger size. Escape artists and power houses, these pigs require a degree more of care but provide red meat cuts of pork the likes of which you probably haven't tasted!
**New for 2021**** we have acquired a Kune Kune boar and are on the lookout for a purebred sow.
We keep 3 boars here who will gladly lend their services for barter and trade as well, please inquire.
Sheep:
We raise Jacob sheep and also have a Dorset/ Finn mix and a Khathadin ewe... If you are interested in wool, please inquire.( I've been told our sheep have "spinners wool", though I don't know much about it!) We should have lambs available for 2021, currently awaiting births from 2 of our yearlings.
Ducks: Muscovies have been our favorite ducks to raise, flying overhead like helicopters you never know where you will find one roosting. They live "wild" within our barnyard fence, and so I cannot collect eggs to hatch or predict availability. I will know when they waddle up to the pond. I am thinking to raise Jumbo Pekins for egg and barnyard stock, please inquire or refer!
Chickens: A variety of dual purpose breeds are raised here for eggs. We do also sell chics and try to have birds of all ages and types in stock. Barred rocks, Blue & Copper Marans, Copper Laced Wyandotte, Easter Eggers, Jersey Giants, Seabrite bantums, Partridge Silkies & Wellsummers are our current breeding groups. I am on the search for a Brahma rooster to make one more flock. We do offer hatching eggs by the dozen. You may also select a "purebred barnyard mix" for a mixed flock from all of our breeds.
Silver Pheasants: We were gifted a beautiful pair of silver pheasants. I'll be learning all about them and attempting to hatch the only 20 eggs they may lay this year! Stay tuned!
Quails: Jumbo Cotournix quail, pharaoh & range. I am currently awaiting eggs to hatch.
Rabbits: Our rabbits are raised for pets or grass fed for meat. They are winter hardy, friendly rabbits. Our stock changes frequently, please inquire. Currently breeds include Flemish Giant, New Zealand, Silver Fox, Chinchilla. Most are mixed breeds, we do keep breeders in stock for sale. We are proud to present a line of Velveteen lop pet bunnies for 2021.
Worms: Red Wriggler worms multiply quickly and are fantastic at making short work out of compost. We do put some out for Little Alum Pond fisherman, a quick text and I'll set them out the night before for you. Also available for your garden!
Bees: Local beekeeper Megan Bee will be returning with her bees this season and we have purchased our first hives of our own! Petrie Family Farm honey, with bees fed from our beautiful flower gardens is on the horizon!
