Midsize & Mini Moos & Goats
At Jet Black Farms, we take pride in being a local small business that is deeply rooted in our community. Our family-owned and family-centered approach shapes everything we do, from the products we offer to the events we host, and the relationships we build with our customers. We believe that being part of a community means more than just providing goods and services; it's about fostering connections and supporting each other.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in the care and dedication we put into our breeding program. We strive to create a welcoming environment where families can come together, learn about our animals, get hands-on experience on the farm, and enjoy quality time together!
At Jet Black Farms our focus is Scottish Highlands (Coos), LongHorns, HighHorns, and mini Highlands.
— A small family owned Farm + Homestead, named after Police K9, Jet —
Upcoming events
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Toddler Tuesdays.
JULY 29 10:00AM-12:00PM
This week’s theme: Sheep
Visit us on the farm every Tuesday, starting June 24th, to learn about a new animal and general farm life. We will have story time, crafts, play time, 1:1 time with the animals, and more. Each week will feature a different animal theme.
Older Siblings Welcome. Designed for parents + children - NO Drop-offs, please. Rates are Per family - not per child!
$20 Drop in Class
$90 Summer Pass
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Highland Social Sunday.
August 3 9:00AM-5:00PM
You + up to 5 friends, teammates, or family members, get up close and personal with our Moos. Learn about + get hands-on with our Highlands during this 45 minute social session; the most affordable Highland Social around! We have both mini & midsize Highlands, that can’t wait to meet you! You’ll get the chance to give them treats, brush, pet, and snuggle them, until your heart’s content.
$20 per person | 1-6 People | Tickets Required | Under age 2, FREE
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Farmers Market.
AUGUST 2 8:30AM-12PM (Hampstead
Visit us at the Hampstead Farmers Market, to visit the animals and support our small business.
We’ll have T-shirts, eggs, discount event tickets, + more for purchase. We will also be showcasing artwork from Lori’s Design Studio
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Ladies Night on the Farm.
AUGUST 9 4:00PM-8:00PM
Visit us on the farm for Ladies night!
Mixology workshop, Paint Night workshop, chair massages, mechanical bull, and hair tinsel, all included in your ticket price!
Food Truck | Lash Tech | Facial Waxing |
Local Artisans & Vendors | Cowboy Hat Bar | Permanent Jewelry | Trucker Hat Bar | & more!Most importantly, endless snuggles with the Moos & Goats while you’re here!
What We Offer:
Rent A Coop
Mobile Barnyard
“I Do” With Moos (+ Beer donkeys)
Animal Grams
Photography on the Farm
Animal Rental for Photography (off-site)
Monthly Farm Events
Cattle & Goat Sales
Latest News on the Farm!
Our sweet girl CoCo, recently calved!
Introducing Clara [Clarabelle]
On February 27th, around 6:30am, CoCo calved a sweet little brown and white Texas Longhorn heifer. This was CoCo’s first calf. She did an amazing job, unassisted & smooth! She is taking care of her calf beautifully, and has been letting us work with the both of them, without any issues. Everything we could have hoped for!
As of right now, Clara will be weaned & ready to find a new home, in August. Until then, we will be socializing her with both kids & adults through our events, working with her daily in halter training and basic control, and otherwise soaking up all the baby calf love that we can!
If you’re interested in reserving Clara before we officially post her in August, jump on our waitlist! In the meantime, keep an eye on our socials for updated pics and videos of her new life, here at Jet Black Farms!
Meet the Blacks
Jet Black Farms, located in Manchester, Maryland, was founded by Brendan and Miranda in 2023, and officially opened to the public in June 2024!
What started as a small homestead with a few chickens and goats, quickly became everything we could have ever dreamt of! Today our farm is home to miniature & mid-size cows (Scottish Highlands, Texas Longhorns, & Highland crosses), goats, sheep, miniature donkeys, chickens, four cats, and our two dogs.
When we are not tending to the animals, we are working full time jobs and raising our four kids on the farm. Brendan works as a Police K9 Officer, while Miranda is a Newborn & Postpartum Care Nurse. Miranda’s love of birth-work and babies, made for an effortless transition into starting our breeding program here on the farm.
Our breeding program has grown over time, specializing in miniature and midsize Scottish Highlands, Texas Longhorn and HighHorn Cattle, as well as a Pygmy, Nubian and Registered Nigerian Dwarf goats. We pride ourselves on choosing only the best cows and goats for our programs, and ensure only healthy and breed-appropriate genetics, are replicated over the generations.
We have valued mentors all across the United States that have helped us build a quality fold, ensuring the success of producing top quality mid-size and miniature cattle and goats, for our customers across the country.
When purchasing cattle from us, your calf will come fully vaccinated, socialized with all animals & children(!), and will have started halter training. We strive to produce beautiful, healthy, friendly, and snuggly, calves and kids (baby goats), that our customers will love for a lifetime.
Photos on the Farm
Our favorite way to share the love and excitement of caring for and snuggling our animals, is through photo minis! We work with local photographers to capture unique family photo sessions, right in the middle of the pasture!
Visit our Facebook page to see available photographers & upcoming events, to book your session today!
Photographers, visit our Events Page to book your time slot to rent out the farm for your own photo mini sessions! We even offer staging / back drops for holiday minis!