Barnyard Buddies at the Lewis Farm Market Petting Zoo

Let your family experience the farm animals, and some very special animals, up close and personal at our Petting Farm.

We have a fascinating variety of critters waiting to meet you here at one of the cleanest petting farms in the country.

Barnyard Animals

From the farm, you'll be greeted by miniature horses, barnyard cats, miniature donkeys, sheep, and peacocks. Guests are invited to approach the animals, pet and feed them.

We usually have lots of babies at the farm Petting Zoo at Lewis Farm Market, Corn Maze, & Petting Farm, New Era, Michigan, n of Grand Rapids Children should always be in the company of their parents. Please know that animals might mistakenly "bite the hand that feeds them," so always feed the animals with an open hand. We do ask that you always wash your hands after coming into contact with the animals and the animal confines, as a personal safety precaution.

The Goatwalk

High overhead, our mesmorizing goats, Larry, Moe and Curly,will demonstrate their agility and persistence in a variety of goatwalks and precarious perches. Feed can be purchased so your child can experience feeding a live animal Petting Zoo at Lewis Farm Market, Corn Maze, & Petting Farm, New Era, Michigan, n of Grand Rapids We have lots of feed available in machines and in larger quantities in the farm market— the kids will love some of the interesting contraptions used to crank the food up to the waiting goats.

Often, the goats and other animals will prefer to come to you and your kids, and we urge you to be sure and have your camera handy at all times!

Camel, Alpacas and Zebus

Camel kisses are among the juiciest, they say, Petting Zoo at Lewis Farm Market, Corn Maze, & Petting Farm, New Era, Michigan, n of Grand Rapids

Jeffrey has learned to drink from the hose, Petting Zoo at Lewis Farm Market, Corn Maze, & Petting Farm, New Era, Michigan, n of Grand Rapids

Jeffrey is the STAR of the farm. Whether he is giving kisses or just talking to you. He loves each and every one.

Jeffrey is a flirt, and you'll be tickled when this friendly face bats his enormous eye lashes your way!

Thelma, even standing, shows how short the zemu is, Petting Zoo at Lewis Farm Market, Corn Maze, & Petting Farm, New Era, Michigan, n of Grand Rapids And now, you are asking, what is a Zebu? Come out to see Thelma and Blossom, miniature Zebus, a special breed of cattle, which, as they grow, develop an upright hump on their backs.

On the left is Blossom.

Don't miss our down under mates. Pebbles and Bam Bam have had a very busy winter hopping through the snow. Don't be surprised if you see a new face sticking out of Pebbles Pouch!

To protect our animals, no outside food or drinks are allowed on the premises.

Special dietary food for the animals is available for sale on the grounds and in larger quantities in the farm market.