In Southwest Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a Neighborhood Watch captain named Tyrone found two sheep roaming the streets after having escaped slaughter. A local couple, John and Shenell, corralled the sheep to their front porch and contacted Laurie. Laurie dashed to Philly to bring the sheep to Funny Farm, where they received much needed food and vet care. Named after their Philly rescuers, Shenell and Tyrone now thrive with their sheep and goat family on the farm.

Deb and Sue were brought to Laurie in awful condition from an animal seizure case, when the weight of their coats in summer heat was agonizing. Arriving at the Funny Farm, the girls got a cooling haircut and soon enjoyed sneaky nibbles of bird feed and cuddles with their new family, Shenell and Tyrone.

Lexi came to the Funny Farm in 2020 after she escaped from a farm in Jackson Township. Lexi was found roaming the streets in a residential neighborhood. Neighbors fed her and one family took her in and kept her in their garage but knew they couldn’t keep her. They called the farm owner in Jackson Township, but he said she would be sent to slaughter if he took her back. The family did not want her to meet that fate so they called Laurie and asked if she could take her. You will often find Lexi hanging out and getting into trouble with her friend Nemo.

Romeo and Juliet shared their days paddling about the Funny Farm pond and were deeply in love. Swans, known for their lifelong bonds, often grieve deeply when they lose a partner, and Juliet was no exception. Romeo passed away before his love, and Juliet felt lost and heartbroken.

But fate had a new chapter in store. Nearby, a widowed male swan struggled alone, his spirit dimmed by the cold winter ahead. Kindhearted observers brought him to the Funny Farm, hoping to offer him a safe haven.

When Juliet and the new Romeo were introduced, it was love at first sight. These majestic swans seemed to smile as they realized they had found their new “for life” companions. From that day on, they were inseparable, creating a beautiful new beginning together. And so, their tale unfolded with the happiness they both deserved.

Peacocks, native to South Asia, are stunning birds full of color and personality! The Funny Farm is home to over 40 of these beauties, creating a lively atmosphere. Some have been raised from babies, adding to their charm. The males are especially eye-catching with their dazzling tail feathers, and during mating season, you might catch one dancing to impress the females—a delightful sight that truly brings the farm to life!

Beyond their beauty, peacocks have some of the loudest calls on the farm! Their distinctive sounds can travel far, making it hard to miss their performances. If you hear a peacock but can’t see one, look up! They love to roost high in the trees, where you might find them perched and enjoying the view.

Eeyore is our gentle giant who is in his 50’s. He will often greet you by rubbing his nose on your back side! He loves to be loved on and will stand there for hours while you pet him. Eeyore is a guest favorite and can be seen following visitors around the farm.

Connor is our playful Emu that roams the Funny Farm. He came to the farm in July of 2021. He was a gift to Laurie from a farmer after he heard of the passing of Pinky our baby emu who had splay leg. Connor has grown up into quite the young man and can be seen running zoomies through the farm regularly. At speeds of up to 43 miles an hour, Connor puts on quite the show for visitors. Connor can also be seen showing off his signature dance moves and taking a bath in our duck pools around the farm.