Valentin Family Farm

03/22/2026

Just a couple of muddie buddies.

03/19/2026

Unloading 1,000 lbs of feed and mixing our own 🐓 feed.

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03/14/2026

We were feeding and getting ready for Matt Rife, when we found our surprise chicks…one golden hatchling…..Stay Golden, Comedian Matt Rife! We love you!

03/14/2026

Surprise chicks and Matt Rife….what a great show! Stay Golden!

03/11/2026

🐷 **Local Contractor Recommendations Needed – Nonprofit Farm Project**

Hi friends!

Valentin Family Farm is a small **501(c)(3) animal rescue in Dover**, and we’re starting to gather **quotes for work on the property next to our farm** as we continue developing the space for animals and future community programming.

We are currently looking for **local companies or individuals** who can help with quotes for:

• Termite inspection
• Asbestos testing
• Mold inspection
• Tree trimming / clearing
• Asphalt millings or driveway material

If you **own a company, work in one of these trades, or know someone great**, we would love a recommendation!

Because we’re a nonprofit rescue, we are also grateful for any **nonprofit discounts, donated services, or reduced pricing** that companies may be willing to offer. We’re always happy to recognize and promote local businesses that support our mission.

📍 Location: Dover / Thonotosassa area

Please feel free to:
• Comment with recommendations
• Tag a business
• Send a message

And if you’re able, **please share this post** so we can reach the right people in the community.

Thank you for supporting our animals and the work we’re building here. ❤️

Natalie
Valentin Family Farm

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

Today was the day I started working on the plants that were damaged by the freeze a few weeks ago.
I had several visitors, most had four legs, one slithered aroud and spent a bit more time than I would have prefered, and my favorite red-head repeatedly checked on me and kept me hydrated.
I found another broody hen today…along with her hidden eggs. Mama and eggs are now back in the Chicken compound, in her own hatchling suite…
Maximus let himself out of the front door….and helped himself to three bags of trash that hadn’t made it into the trash bins.
I’m so grateful my body supported my goals today….🫶🏻💗💕🪏⚙️
In addition to resetting my flower beds, our dog-yard fence has been broken since Gracie (🐄) decided that our front porch was the best place for her to be.
Stay tuned for updated pics and exciting growth at the farm…fruits and veggies…here we come!

03/05/2026

These babies are so awesome!

03/05/2026

Paisley wandering the front yard with me, kittens on the back patio….everyone excited for fresh water and mud….what lobely day. Also, yes, that dinosaur chicken egg had two yolks in one shell!

12/17/2025

✨ WELLNESS WEDNESDAY — From the Farm ✨

Around here, we make plans all the time — feed schedules, chores, repairs, training, you name it. And then… a piglet needs extra love, a gate breaks, a storm rolls in, or someone (usually someone with hooves or wings) decides today is not the day to cooperate.

Life flips our plans upside down on the farm just as easily as it does everywhere else.

So here’s this week’s reminder for anyone feeling a little tossed around:
💛 Pause before you react
💛 Choose what actually matters in the moment
💛 Let the detours teach you, not defeat you
💛 Protect your energy with a little restraint
💛 Lead with grace — for yourself and your people (and your animals)

If you’d like these weekly Wellness Wednesday reflections delivered straight to your inbox — farm family, community friends, or anyone who just needs a breath of fresh air — I’m building a small email list.
👉 DM the VFF page with your email and I’ll add you.

From our chaos to yours, with grace, heart, and honesty🤍
Natalie!
Valentin Family Farm

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