Luckie Farms · Lake Stevens, Washington
How We Care
for Our Animals
Our Commitment
Animals Are at the Heart
of Everything We Do
At Luckie Farms, our animals aren't just part of the farm — they're part of our everyday lives, and we care for them with deep respect, patience, and genuine love. Everyone on our team is an animal lover, and we are committed to providing thoughtful, attentive care to every animal here.
Our animals receive regular veterinary visits, live in clean and well-maintained spaces, and are given the freedom to live as naturally as possible. Many of the animals on our farm are rescues, and we are grateful to offer them a safe, calm place to land and find their forever home.
Luckie Farms spans 75 acres, giving our animals abundant space to graze, explore, and rest. Our mild Pacific Northwest climate suits them well — even our reindeer thrive here. Many of our animals choose to spend much of their time outdoors, following their natural instincts, rather than in a shelter.
Choice, Trust & Respect
Interaction Is Always
on Their Terms
Our animals do interact with guests during farm tours, and many of them truly enjoy the experience. You'll often see animals approaching people on their own — curious, relaxed, and willing. Just as importantly, every animal always has the option to step away. Interaction is never required and never forced. Their comfort comes first.
That same respect guides how we approach breeding. We take a hands-off, natural approach and allow the animals to lead. The females ultimately decide whether they want to spend time with a bull or not, and we do not intervene beyond providing a safe, low-stress environment. Some cows will have calves and some may not — and that balance works well for the animals and for our farm.
Life on the Farm
75 Acres of Space to
Roam, Graze & Rest
Our cattle are pasture-raised using rotational grazing on our well-established Pacific Northwest grass. They have room to roam, fresh air, and the ability to move freely across the land. Like all of our animals, they also enjoy treats — including fresh produce and snacks from guests during tours.
We do raise Angus cattle for beef, and we approach this responsibility with care and respect. These animals live high-quality lives, and when the time comes, we work with a trusted local butcher who shares our values. We believe honoring animals means caring for them thoughtfully at every stage of life.
Every Animal, Every Day
Rescues, Horses,
Donkeys & More
Many of our animals came to us as rescues and receive individualized care and the time they need to feel comfortable and secure. From mini donkeys to horses, alpacas to reindeer, every animal at Luckie Farms has a name, a story, and a dedicated team of people who care deeply about their well-being.
We believe in openness and love curiosity. When you visit Luckie Farms, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at a real, working farm and see firsthand how we care for our animals. Questions are always welcome — we're happy to share what we do and why we do it.
"Farmers are out in the middle of storms, checking fences and watching over their herds. They are up in the middle of the night helping cows deliver calves. Being responsible for animals means understanding the full cycle of life — the joy, the hope, the heartbreak, and the responsibility that comes with it."
— Tara & Scott Luckie, Owners of Luckie Farms
A Letter from the Owners
From Tara & Scott
When people visit Luckie Farms, many of them arrive with questions. Questions about how animals are treated, how decisions are made, and what daily life on a working farm really looks like. We understand those questions deeply — because we once had many of the very same ones.
We both grew up in the city and have always been major animal lovers. Before starting our farm, we worried about many of the things our guests ask us about today. Tara was a vegetarian for years, and like so many people, we were influenced by what we heard and saw in the media about farming and animal welfare.
Becoming part of the farming community changed everything. What we came to understand — by living it — is that farmers take on an enormous responsibility when they choose to care for animals. Farmers are out in the middle of storms, checking fences and watching over their herds. They are up in the middle of the night helping cows deliver calves. And sometimes, despite doing everything right, they still lose animals they love.
We've shed real tears over animals we couldn't save. Being responsible for animals means understanding the full cycle of life — the joy, the hope, the heartbreak, and the responsibility that comes with it.
At Luckie Farms, our animals are treated with respect, patience, and care. They are never forced into interactions, never pushed into breeding, and never treated as production units. Some of our animals came to us as rescues, and all of them are given the opportunity to live as naturally and comfortably as possible on our 75 acres.
We're grateful to share this place with you, to answer your questions honestly, and to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what life on a working farm truly looks like.
With gratitude,
Tara & Scott Luckie
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the animals have to interact with visitors?
Are any of your animals rescues?
How do you handle breeding on the farm?
Do you raise animals for meat?
Do the animals have enough space?
What do your animals eat?
Can the animals choose when to be with people?
Can I ask questions during a farm tour?
Come See for Yourself
Experience Luckie Farms
in Person
There's no better way to understand how we care for our animals than to visit and see it firsthand. We'd love to show you around.
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