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In considering ways to earn money from our homestead we came across the idea of a petting zoo. Has anyone here done this or considered it and if so could you share with me pros and cons, things to consider, etc.
We already have a wide variety of animals--all extremely tame (my children play with them all day in and day out so they are well used to people). Our property is secluded but our driveway entrance is on a major highway so we could place signs there that would be seen by lots of traffic. We are near a large seasonal tourist attraction and camping area so I think it's possible that a fairly inexpensive family outing type thing, like a petting zoo, would do well. Insurance and liability issues are my main hesitations at this point. What other concerns should I have?
We are just at the very beginning of looking into this so I appreciate any and all thoughts.
Thanks!
We already have a wide variety of animals--all extremely tame (my children play with them all day in and day out so they are well used to people). Our property is secluded but our driveway entrance is on a major highway so we could place signs there that would be seen by lots of traffic. We are near a large seasonal tourist attraction and camping area so I think it's possible that a fairly inexpensive family outing type thing, like a petting zoo, would do well. Insurance and liability issues are my main hesitations at this point. What other concerns should I have?
We are just at the very beginning of looking into this so I appreciate any and all thoughts.
Thanks!