Sunnyside Acres Farm

04/21/2024

If you love eggs, you will really appreciate this post!

Duck Eggs V’s Chicken Eggs 🍳

Duck eggs are larger in size than chicken eggs. The whites in chicken eggs have a higher water content (more runny) than the whites in duck eggs. Duck eggs have larger yolks and a higher yolk-to-white-ratio than chicken eggs.

We have both. Yes, they are different from eachother so I am gunna break it down quick:

🦆 Duck eggs are GREAT for baking

🐓 Chicken eggs have thinner shells

🦆 Duck eggs are larger and richer than 🐓 eggs

🐓 Chickens are prolific layers year around if taken care of correctly but 🦆 ducks are as well with much less light necessity

🦆 Duck eggs stay fresh longer because of their insanely thick shell

🦆 Duck eggs contain 30% more protein, and a different type of protein that 🐓 chicken eggs so if allergic to chicken eggs, most can eat duck and visa versa.

Ounce for ounce, 🦆 duck eggs contain more Omega-3, Vitamins A and D, fatty acids, choline, folate, and iron than 🐓 chicken eggs.

🐓 Chickens lay well for about 1-2 years then dramatically start slowing down production while 🦆 ducks lay a solid 4-5 years before they slow down

🐓 Chicken eggs come in a lot more colors

So there ya have it!

Repost from Gwendolyn Mayfield

12/24/2023

Fostering/Adoption:

One thing we are passionate about is proper care and quality of life for all animals, so we will also occasionally foster animals that are looking for their forever pet homes. If you are looking to adopt an animal in need of a home, know of one who needs a home, or would like to see how you may be able to contribute please feel free to message us.

Want to Adopt an animal?
Fill out the “Adopting a Foster Form” below and we will connect to see if we can match you with an animal.

Want to help but can’t adopt?
We have an Amazon wish list for supplies that we use in the adoption cases for the animals we help, as well as the types of feed/supplies we use and the local feed store we purchase feeds from so you can call and place an order with them for us to pick up.

12/24/2023

Welcome to Sunnyside Acres Farm & Rabbitry 😊
We are a small Hobby Farm here in North Georgia and want to share our love for animals and the farm life.

We specialize in show quality Holland Lop bunnies, and have a registered rabbitry with the ARBA. If you would like to get on our waitlist for our available Hollands, please fill out the form in the pinned post.
We also have Nigerian Dwarf goats, and some other critters we’ve grown to love.

One thing we are passionate about is proper care and quality of life for animals, so we will also occasionally foster animals that are looking for their forever pet homes. If you would like more info on this please see the pinned post on Fostering/Adoption.

09/15/2022

UPDATE: She has found her forever 🏡

One of the things we are passionate about here on the farm is helping any animal where we can. Sometimes, when we have the ability to, we will foster animals and help find them great homes, and that is the case with this girl, Jade.

This sweet girl is looking for a forever pet home.
Born 2-13-22, small with a super sweet personality
Forever pet homes only, no breeders.

04/14/2022

Oh… these silly babies 🥰

04/13/2022

🙋🏼‍♀️Another reminder folks… We want our bunnies to go to forever homes 🏡 and not be an impulse buy, like we sometimes do with toys, for our kids. These babies are a 10 year commitment so please be sure you want a 🐰companion and not just a cute basket filler this Easter. 🧺

With that being said… We do have some most adorable blue eyed sweethearts available for adoption! 💜🐰💜

Each year, thousands of baby rabbits, chicks, and ducks are purchased as Easter gifts, typically for children, only to be abandoned outside or left at shelters soon after. Many are also purchased to be used as props for Easter photoshoots. 👎

95% of “Easter bunnies” do not make it to age 1?

Texas Humane Legislation Network strongly urges parents and photographers to NOT buy these live, delicate animals as Easter gifts unless they’re ready to make a 10-year minimum commitment to care for them.

Did you know these rabbit facts?
🐇 Rabbits are not “low-maintenance” pets — they need as much care and attention as dogs and cats. It can take longer to bond with them since they are prey animals and can be much more fearful.
🐇 Rabbits are the third most frequently surrendered animal at shelters and the third most euthanized.
🐇 According to an ASPCA study, rabbits are more expensive to own than cats or guinea pigs — coming just after dogs in expense.
🐇 Rabbits need to be spayed/neutered to prevent cancer and unwanted litters. Up to 80% of female rabbits will develop uterine cancer by age 4-6 if not spayed.
🐇 Rabbits need to live inside the home for their safety and health, with 2-4 hours of exercise time in a bunny-proofed environment each day.
🐇 Rabbits need routine veterinary care by a specialized vet.

Information courtesy of House Rabbit Society

Learn more about the Texas Humane Network Humane Curriculum, which features a special lesson on ‘The Forgotten Rabbit’ at www.texashumanenetwork.org

04/06/2022

Would you look at these sweet, sweet buns🥰

Reservations are now open on these precious babies. Born 2/13/22, they will be ready to go April 10th.
Pedigreed and purebred Holland Lops

03/29/2022

🐰💐This Easter, please think about your commitment if you decide on a pet bunny. Too often they are dumped when reality of responsibilities set in. We are so glad this little one found his forever home 💜

02/14/2022

🥳 Our first litter of Holland lop bunnies were born yesterday, here on the farm, and these little nuggets are TOO adorable! 😍

12/12/2021

It all started with the idea of having a few chickens for sustainability. Wouldn’t you believe that, that idea snowballed as we fell in love with the farmlife, and Sunnyside Acres was born.
This Thanksgiving Day, we were graced with our very first laid eggs, and wanted to share the excitement with you as well!