bedford, va
Welcome to our homestead in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Welcome to our homestead! We’re a small farm where ducks and chickens rule the roost. For pets, we’ve got a gang of rowdy standard poodles (think furry toddlers on a sugar rush) and a squad of slow-and-steady tortoises. It’s an eclectic zoo around here, but we adore every single critter—quirks, chaos, and all. Life’s never dull around here, and we would not want it any other way.
Our animals
Caring for our animals with love is the foundation of everything we do
Ancona Ducks
In 2025, we welcomed a small flock of Ancona ducks to our farm. While we may be newer breeders, we are deeply committed to preserving the breed by upholding its standards of conformity. This means breeding ducks that align with the specific physical, behavioral, and genetic traits outlined for the breed—traits typically established by breed organizations as guidelines for the ideal example of an Ancona duck. These include their distinctive feather pattern, size, temperament, and overall health. Our goal is not only to maintain the integrity of the breed by meeting these standards but also to prioritize the unique and lovable personalities that make these ducks so special.
Dominique Chickens
When deciding which chickens to bring to our farm, I was immediately fascinated by the Dominique chicken—the oldest chicken breed in the United States, with its history tracing back to colonial times. With its rich heritage and timeless charm, the Dominique is like a living historian of the poultry world. Its unique barred plumage and hardiness make it a symbol of American agricultural history, and its place on our farm feels like a connection to the past
The Indoor Pets
When we moved to Virginia, my husband said I could get farm animals—as long as they serve a purpose. So, desperate to own every animal imaginable, I swore the farm animals wouldn’t be pets. But let’s be real—they’re totally pets. They’ve got their “jobs,” but at the end of the day, they’re just animals with side hustles. But we do have some animals that are strictly indoor pets. We’ve got a crew of couch potato poodles and a bunch of high maintenance tortoises who move at their own pace (slow-moving royalty).
Ancona Ducklings
Availability
Ducklings are typically available from April to September. I do not ship eggs or ducklings, but I’m happy to coordinate a meet-up within the Bedford, VA area. Ducklings are sold unsexed and will be ready for their new brooder 1-2 days after hatching. If you’re interested in bringing home a duckling or have any questions, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help! Please note I will likely have some Drakes and Ducks available in Summer.
bedford, va
Our Mission
Heritage Animals: Our mission is to preserve and protect heritage animal breeds, such as the Ancona Duck and Dominque Chickens. We are dedicated to maintaining and reviving breeds that have been passed down through generations, often at risk of disappearing due to industrial farming practices. Heritage breeds are valued for their historical and genetic significance. Heritage breeds are typically hardier, more adaptable to various climates, and less reliant on intensive farming inputs