For teaching events - clinics, workshops etc, please visit In person: Clinic dates
Performances and events
the amazing "Animal Magic" tricks show
We travel with our trick-trained animal show to local events such as A&P shows, markets, schools, fairs and community events. The Animal Magic show features the Wool Puppies sheep troupe and the Trick'n Chickens, as well as our clever and cuddly dog. Watch them perform amazing tricks, learn about how we train them, and meet the animals afterwards! Visit our Media page to see newspaper write-ups about the show. We always get big crowds, and visitors love interacting with the animals between shows.
We perform at local schools and rest homes as well as larger scale events such as Katikati A&P Show, Waihi A&P Show, Tauranga A&P Show, Morrinsville A&P Show, the Waihi Beach Farmers Market, Oropi School fair, Te Puna Harvest Market, Auckland Pet Expo and a number of other events throughout the season.
Our beautiful animals are also available to bring their particular brand of joy to weddings, birthdays and other large scale gatherings.
Contact Bex to discuss your event.
For farm visits, scroll down!
We perform at local schools and rest homes as well as larger scale events such as Katikati A&P Show, Waihi A&P Show, Tauranga A&P Show, Morrinsville A&P Show, the Waihi Beach Farmers Market, Oropi School fair, Te Puna Harvest Market, Auckland Pet Expo and a number of other events throughout the season.
Our beautiful animals are also available to bring their particular brand of joy to weddings, birthdays and other large scale gatherings.
Contact Bex to discuss your event.
For farm visits, scroll down!
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Farm visits
The Friendly Farm animal experience
Tourists ~ Rest homes ~ Community groups ~ Care centres ~ Homestay students ~ Homeschool groups ~ Families
Come and meet our friendly and talented animals!
Come and meet our friendly and talented animals!
Group tours and private sessions can be tailored to your needs and requirements. We have an AirBnB unit available upon request.
All ages and abilities are welcomed. Please note we are not fully wheelchair accessible at this time.
We have hosted events ranging from 75 children and whanau members for a daycare Christmas party, to classes of university students, rest home or care home groups of 8-10 people, through to individuals or family groups wanting their own private session with the animals.
OUR ANIMALS:
Our miniature horses are placid and safe and love to be brushed and fussed over. We have two breeds of sheep at the Friendly Farm- the Valais Blacknose, also known as "the cutest sheep in the world", and babydoll sheep, also known as "smiling sheep" for their happy smiling faces and friendly natures. We also have a variety of horses, Flemish Giant rabbits, rescue chickens, cockatiels, pet cows, Kunekune pigs and more. All our animals love to say hello, be fed treats from your hand and have their photos taken. If you visit in the spring, we will have lambs in the paddock. Our sheep are all very friendly and come up to eat treats from your hand, bringing their cute bouncy lambs with them. We often have bottle-fed lambs also, who are always keen for a cuddle.
GROUP TOURS:
Learn about the animals who live here, their breeds and how we take care of them. After you have met the animals and admired the expansive view out to the Tauranga harbour, take a seat to enjoy the show! Have you ever seen a sheep playing fetch or chickens playing soccer? The Wool Puppies trick trained sheep and the Trick'n Chickens will show off their tricks and you can learn the secrets of how we train them.
Depending on the interests and needs of your group, the visit can be as hands on as you like - groom the horses and learn to lead a sheep around an obstacle course, or simply watch the show and interact over the fence with our gentle friendly animals.
PRIVATE SESSIONS:
These are usually an hour, and can be tailored to your interest! Get hands on with your favourite animals. We will teach you all about how we care for and train them, and show you how to interact safely with them. Pony rides are available for a small extra cost (maximum rider weight of 65kg). Read this page and take a look at the photos to see the different amazing animal experiences we can offer.
Contact Bex to book a time for your family or group to visit and enquire about pricing.
All ages and abilities are welcomed. Please note we are not fully wheelchair accessible at this time.
We have hosted events ranging from 75 children and whanau members for a daycare Christmas party, to classes of university students, rest home or care home groups of 8-10 people, through to individuals or family groups wanting their own private session with the animals.
OUR ANIMALS:
Our miniature horses are placid and safe and love to be brushed and fussed over. We have two breeds of sheep at the Friendly Farm- the Valais Blacknose, also known as "the cutest sheep in the world", and babydoll sheep, also known as "smiling sheep" for their happy smiling faces and friendly natures. We also have a variety of horses, Flemish Giant rabbits, rescue chickens, cockatiels, pet cows, Kunekune pigs and more. All our animals love to say hello, be fed treats from your hand and have their photos taken. If you visit in the spring, we will have lambs in the paddock. Our sheep are all very friendly and come up to eat treats from your hand, bringing their cute bouncy lambs with them. We often have bottle-fed lambs also, who are always keen for a cuddle.
GROUP TOURS:
Learn about the animals who live here, their breeds and how we take care of them. After you have met the animals and admired the expansive view out to the Tauranga harbour, take a seat to enjoy the show! Have you ever seen a sheep playing fetch or chickens playing soccer? The Wool Puppies trick trained sheep and the Trick'n Chickens will show off their tricks and you can learn the secrets of how we train them.
Depending on the interests and needs of your group, the visit can be as hands on as you like - groom the horses and learn to lead a sheep around an obstacle course, or simply watch the show and interact over the fence with our gentle friendly animals.
PRIVATE SESSIONS:
These are usually an hour, and can be tailored to your interest! Get hands on with your favourite animals. We will teach you all about how we care for and train them, and show you how to interact safely with them. Pony rides are available for a small extra cost (maximum rider weight of 65kg). Read this page and take a look at the photos to see the different amazing animal experiences we can offer.
Contact Bex to book a time for your family or group to visit and enquire about pricing.
