Small Farm Animals Are Growing in Popularity — VOA Learning English
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Americans are showing more interest in owning unusually small cows, goats, donkeys and other small farm animals.
These animals are cute. They require less food and space. And they might even help cut the grass.
People who farm for fun are known as hobby farmers. They are looking for easy-to-raise farm animals. Some just like the idea of having a little pig or a small sheep as a pet.
The word for something that is unusually small is miniature.
Animal breeders say sales of these little farm animals have grown since the COVID-19 pandemic. At that time, more people started raising chickens at home for fun and fresh eggs. Like chickens, mini farm animals appeal to beginners who want to try a rural…
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