Mini Highland Cows & More: Your Guide to a Mini Petting Zoo in Sonoma County
Meet Mimzy
Mini petting zoos are an adorable way to enjoy animal encounters for animal-lovers of all ages. Meet Mimzy, our mini highland cow, one of our mini animal ambassadors!
What We Bring
Our mobile mini petting zoo features friendly ambassadors like a miniature highland cow, donkeys, goats, sheep, pigs, and sometimes a miniature horse—curated for calm, hands-on experiences with trained handlers. Our team is the same crew behind Lyon Ranch Therapy Animals, Sonoma’s long-running sanctuary and animal outreach program.
Where We Travel
We’re based in Sonoma and regularly serve Sonoma County, Marin, Napa, Solano, and San Francisco for birthdays, school carnivals, church fairs, city events, and brand activations.
Education first (with plenty of “awww”)
Every encounter includes age-appropriate education on animal care, enrichment, and respect. Our handlers are animal professionals—led by a biologist, an operations director with rescue experience, and the CEO of Lyon Ranch—so kids and adults learn real science while they meet the minis.
Setup, timing, and space
Footprint: We tailor pen size to your site; grass or flat pavement both work.
Time blocks: 60–120 minutes are most popular.
Weather plan: We can shade animals and guests; we’ll coordinate on heat/cold contingencies.
Accessibility: Low fencing and gentle handling make it welcoming for a wide range of abilities.
Safety and Welfare
Our animals are conditioned for public settings and monitored continuously. The minis rotate to keep stress low and stay on their normal diets. (Animal care standards are informed by decades of sanctuary experience at Lyon Ranch, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.)
Pricing and Booking
Availability varies by season and route. Get a custom quote and we’ll recommend the right mix of minis for your event.
Real-life community moments
From school fall festivals to free pop-ups at local feed stores, our minis create unforgettable, photo-ready memories—while modeling kind, ethical animal care.