Happy Jack's Farm

Happy Jack’s Farm, miniature donkey breeder in Schodack Landing, NY, serves Rensselaer County and the Capital District near Albany. Judy Hamm has raised miniature donkey foals for over fifteen years under the standards of the American Donkey and Mule Society, and she arranges annual health screenings for all breeding stock. The donkeys spend each day grazing on pasture and resting in sturdy shelters, with regular handling and supervised turnout that emphasize calm interactions and early social bonding.

Guests often note the gentle temperaments of the foals during visits to the farm, where they meet both donkeys and other farm animals in a quiet, family-oriented setting. Several of Judy’s miniature donkey foals have become therapy animals and companion pets throughout the northeast. The farm sits on land that has been in Judy’s family for generations, with rotating pastures that encourage healthy grazing patterns and natural hoof wear. Each foal goes home with a full health record and ongoing guidance on nutrition and gentle handling to ensure a smooth transition to its new home.