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Van Acres Homestead LLC Pet, Play or Put to Work: Goats for all occasions.

As a proud Veteran-owned business we provide goat grazing adventures, unforgettable birthday parties, energizing Farm Fit Boot Camps and everything in between.

I donā€™t know why this cracks me up - but it does. From left to right: Lady, Jimi, Baby Van, Brick.
10/13/2026

I donā€™t know why this cracks me up - but it does.

From left to right: Lady, Jimi, Baby Van, Brick.

10/11/2026

The view outside our window is my favorite especially when we let the animals roam the property. They found the pumpkins I see. Lol

Despite doing everything I possibly could in the short amount of time I had to save Penny, we still lost her this evenin...
10/10/2026

Despite doing everything I possibly could in the short amount of time I had to save Penny, we still lost her this evening. šŸ’”

She grazed her little heart out this summer, her very first grazing season, and she was such a sweet soul.

What Iā€™m struggling with most is that we just did herd health checks yesterday. Penny was perfectly healthy. There was absolutely nothing to indicate that less than 24 hours later, she would be gone.

And thatā€™s the part that is tearing me apart.

I keep replaying everything in my head, trying to figure out what I missed. Was there something I should have noticed? Something I could have done differently? Could I have prevented this? And perhaps what scares me even more is wondering if thereā€™s something Iā€™m overlooking with the rest of my herd.

In a matter of hours, I feel like Iā€™ve lost every ounce of confidence I had in my ability to care for these animals. I know how much time, effort, love, and attention I pour into their well-being, but losing one so suddenly makes you question absolutely everything.

I kissed Penny on the head a million times today. And when I knew there was nothing more I could do but pray, I made sure her daughter had some time with her, too.

After she passed, I carried her out of the pasture, telling her over and over how much we loved her.

These animals are so much more than just goats and sheep to us. We know their personalities, their quirks, their friendships, and their routines. We celebrate their little victories, worry when something seems off, and do everything in our power to give them the best lives possible.

But sometimes, even when you give them everything you have, you still lose them.

And today, that hurts more than I can put into words.

Rest easy, sweet Penny. You were so loved. And I hope you knew that right up until the very end. šŸ’”

Tucker went to St Edward in Center this afternoon to get blessed (we know heā€™s already blessed but thought a little extr...
10/09/2026

Tucker went to St Edward in Center this afternoon to get blessed (we know heā€™s already blessed but thought a little extra from the man upstairs wouldnā€™t hurt). Thank you Wooly Green Grazers | Sheep Grazing Residential & Commercial for inviting us.

10/09/2026

After a long day of work (yes I work outside of the home) I came home, ate a quick snack and started on health checks that took about 1.5 hours. Everyone was weighed, had their eyes checked, and hooves trimmed. We have a few events coming up so had to make sure everyone was looking good.

Another job well done. This time by a smaller crew of 20 goats and 2 sheep. 4 days total. Everyone is home for the seaso...
10/06/2026

Another job well done. This time by a smaller crew of 20 goats and 2 sheep. 4 days total. Everyone is home for the season.

šŸ˜‚ When Jason speaks, everyone has an opinionā€¦Luke: ā€œAs always, sir, you have my complete and undivided attention. Please...
10/06/2026

šŸ˜‚ When Jason speaks, everyone has an opinionā€¦

Luke: ā€œAs always, sir, you have my complete and undivided attention. Please continue.ā€

Lady: ā€œOh my goshā€¦ what is he going on about now?ā€

Elvis: ā€œWaitā€¦ whereā€™s Frank? Frankā€™s not here. Frank definitely found food. I bet itā€™s good food. Why am I not with Frank?!ā€

Snowy: ā€œIā€™m sorryā€¦ are you speaking to me? Why am I even out here amongst these peasants? Return me to my castle immediately, human.ā€ šŸ‘‘

Just another productive staff meeting at Van Acres. šŸšŸ‘

10/04/2026

We love Tucker Butt.

10/03/2026

Brotherly love? Or simply convenient that Luke has burs stuck to his wool in that exact spot and makes for a great scratching post? Either way, Frank is thoroughly enjoying it. Luke doesnā€™t seem to mind.

10/02/2026

I am kicking myself for not taking a before picture. Theyā€™ve been here less than 3 hours. 20 goats and 2 sheep. And theyā€™ve destroyed this area already. Wow!

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N1132 Churchill Road
Greenville, WI
54942

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+12528762437

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