How could anyone not love this place? Yes, Carl's Damaged Pet Warehouse is the actual name and no,…read morethis is not an outlet store where the pets have minor cosmetic imperfections and are 40% off. It's actually a little animal rescue tucked into the backyard of a private property, where you can visit rescued Highland cows, pigs, goats, donkeys, tortoises, ducks, sheep and assorted other members of the Island of Misfit Pets. It's completely free to visit. You stay outside the fence for safety, but you can still pet and feed the animals (and it's okay to get emotionally attached to them!) Sometimes Carl leaves food outside for visitors to hand out to the "damaged pets" or you can bring your own approved snacks like apples, zucchini, carrots and cucumber. Basically a very wholesome BYOS situation. I posted a photo of the full approved-food list so you too can trick some furballs into becoming your new best friends. You can also leave a monetary donation to help with the cost of caring for the animals. You can visit at any time, but remember this IS someone's private property, so obviously be respectful of the home and neighbors.

Finally decided to stop by and feed these cute animals! It was pretty busy when I stopped yesterday…read moreafternoon and many people were there also feeding them. I saw two turkeys, a rooster, ducks, goats, donkeys, a piggy, and a bull. *Free, just follow the posted rules

The food was excellent, great service. Seating is outside and it feels very relaxed. Would go…read moreagain.

This feels like a hidden gem in Phoenix. It's the perfect place to come with kids! So much space to…read morerun around and spend an afternoon. There are animals around for the kids to look at and lots of grassy areas to rest. The restaurant can get busy and it's pretty pricey, but worth it for the convenience.

We used Karen's critters for my son's 2nd birthday and it was a hit! We had a bay cow, goats,…read moresheep, bunnies, pigs rabbits! Two hours was more than enough time. Would highly recommend!!

Amy was wonderful to work with! My son loves animals, and getting to bottle-feed the baby goats and…read morepet and brush the bunnies and other animals was such a special experience for him. The kids absolutely loved it, it was the highlight of the party. Amy was so kind, easygoing, and great with the kids. It was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend her!

The highlight of our trip to Buckeye! It's $10 to get in and the money is well worth it! The…read morepetting zoo is perfect for any age. There are piggies and goats to greet you when you get there.. if you'd like to feed them, it costs a little bit extra to buy veggies and snackies for them.. but it is worth it! They are so cute and so friendly! They even had tiny baby piggies .. they had some horses, a burro, and a cow. All of them were so friendly!! I highly recommend visiting the farm!

Great lil adventure ,hosted by a welcoming family. loved all of the animals and they were very tame…read morefor animals. Would definitely recommend

We will be back for sure!! This experience was unforgettable for our kiddos and was so intimate for…read morethe kids getting one on one up close, hands on encounters with Nicole's animals. Their favorite was giving her pigs belly scratches and Norman the Highlander cow could not be cuter!! Nicole the owner is an incredible human being and cares so well for these animals...and the people she's helping with the power of animals love and touch.

From the owner: Welcome to Rebel Hearts Ranch, a serene and welcoming homestead nestled in the heart of San Tan…read moreValley, Arizona. At our ranch, we believe in the transformative power of animals in healing and enhancing the human spirit. Our mission is to foster a harmonious environment where individuals can experience the therapeutic and nurturing bond between humans and animals. We understand that each individual comes to us with unique needs and aspirations, and our goal is to tailor an experience that resonates with and benefits each person. Please note we are by appointment only.

We visited Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch during spring break with our 6-year-old son and had such a…read moregreat time! My husband and I first visited several years ago and loved it, so we knew it would be a fun place to bring him--and it absolutely was. The animals are so interactive and entertaining. Our favorite experience was with the nectar birds that literally sit on you while they drink. It was such a unique and memorable moment for our son (and honestly for us too!). We also did the monster truck tour, which was fantastic. The guide shared so many interesting facts about ostriches and the ranch itself, and it made the experience even more engaging. It's been really fun to see how much the ranch has grown over the past several years. They've added more experiences and clearly put a lot of care into the place. This spot is truly a treasure and a perfect stop for families looking for something a little different and very memorable. Highly recommend!

I came here today for my fix of cute animal! I have been here so many times and every time I come…read morehere it is such a wonderful experience. Starting from the employees who are so friendly, to the very cute animals and the well organized operation they have for their business. I always go to each of my favorite stations and I visit sometimes twice during my stay. My favorites are the donkeys and the bunnies. I also love that the tortoises have names on their shell. My favorite ninja Turtles was always Raphael so of course I had to go say hi to him while I was there. I highly recommend anybody to come here and you will have a wonderful experience whether you're a child or an adult. My boyfriend and I love to come here for a date day and each time is fantastic.

Although the farm is small and has its charm, our experience at a recent birthday party was…read moreunfortunately overshadowed by the behavior of a staff member who claimed to be the owner. She was rude to several guests, which created an uncomfortable atmosphere. Most of our party parked in the overflow parking lot, which is clearly marked with multiple signs. However, during the event, the employee walked over and padlocked both gates, preventing anyone from accessing their vehicles. We were told to reach out when we were ready to leave so she could unlock the gates. When the party ended, I texted her as instructed, but she refused to open the gates. She claimed no such arrangement had been made and told us we would have to walk all the way to the front entrance and then back to our vehicles, instead of simply unlocking the gates. This situation was frustrating and unnecessary, especially after being given different instructions earlier. While the location itself is nice, the lack of professionalism and poor communication significantly impacted our overall experience.

I've been to several pumpkin patch experiences in the area now, and I'm convinced this one is the…read morebest value for your money. Highlights include: feeding the rescue animals, getting a pumpkin to take home included in admission, and browsing the unique gift shop. I also liked that we didn't have to buy tickets in advance, even on a weekend, and there's more shade when it's still toasty in October. The only thing they're missing is a corn maze. I highly recommend checking this place out, whether you have little ones or you're just looking for an autumnal date or photo op. Wear comfy shoes and budget yourself about 2 hours for this experience.

Pretty dangerous children can easily fall off boards, as mine did. I think the intent of the…read moreowners is beautiful but it definitely is not for little ones. Maybe 4 and older?

Thank you HBA Petting Zoo for making our granddaughters 2nd birthday a hit!!! You were very…read moreprofessional, on time, and respectful. After you loaded the animals all up and picked up your the pen, you even picked up the animals poo. We will highly recommend you to our friends and family. This was an amazing experience.

Ghost Ranch Exotics came up on my Tik Tok and I was immediately influenced. I signed up for the…read morecapybara experience, which lets you go into their pen with one additional person before incurring an additional cost. The whole experience is quite entertaining, from before you step in and can hear the peacocks vocalizing to when you leave and get a brief chance to interact with other large animals. The drive over there is through some unpaved roads, so I would recommend taking the drive in something that isn't a sedan if at all possible. It is possible given that I saw other smaller cars on the roads over, but I can't imagine it's fun or great for your vehicle. To be truly prepared for the amount of dust and grime that is on your car after the drive alone, I would allot time for a car wash after everything is said and done. I will caveat that the price point is steep for an encounter that ended up being under thirty minutes, so I saved this for a special occasion. Regardless, if this is within your budget, you are pretty much guaranteed a good time.

Have you ever wanted to cuddle with capybaras, pet a porcupine, or galavant with goats? If so you…read morehave come to the right place! Our tour guide was one of the owners I believe, and you can tell she really cares for each and every animal here at the farm. There are capybaras, emus, tortoises, Patagonian maras, porcupines, warthogs, and many goats just to name a few! They all are pretty friendly so it was a cool experience to pet and give food to each animal. It was an educational tour as well since our guide had a lot of information about each animal to tell us. We went on a locals day where child admission was free with an adult ticket. Check their website for other days if you are a local. There was another day where they were bringing in a fennec fox which would be another awesome experience. The farm is a bit out of the ways if you are traveling from the Phoenix area so be sure to leave enough travel time to get there before your tour. It took us about 90 minutes driving to get there. There's not much around the farm either so be prepared. There's a small gift store near the entrance which sells all sorts of capybara laser cut wood items, water bottles and stickers. Prices at the gift store were reasonable and who can't resist a coaster that says Capyboba or a wooden snack board that says Snackybara?

Great zoo, loved the kids play areas. A nice selection of…read moreanimals. The only reasons I gave it 4 stars was the forced exit through the gift shop. I get it is a money maker, however those of us with autistic kids know what can easily be a "no" turns into a 30-60 minute exploration of every item, needing to touch everything, and a full blown meltdown. Give people the option to avoid... please.

We have gone to the Phoenix Zoo three times over the years. This was the first time bringing our…read morekids to enjoy it. There are a lot of great animals at the zoo. Most seem to have comfortable exhibits as well. The orangutans are our favorite exhibit to visit as the four orangutans are fascinating to see up close. They can be seen wandering their yard climb on the activity's or inside avoiding the heat. The animals of Arizona section is really well done. Much more walkable than much of the rest of the zoo and provides ample shade for guests and animals. The zoo is pretty hilly in many sections including the farm and the Sahara exhibits. Be prepared to walk a lot. There are restrooms and zoo stands around, but many were closed on a Wednesday. It is a fun zoo, but definitely harder during the summer months to fully enjoy.