MULLENAX RANCH

 

For all inquiries or availability please Contact Us. All animals must be purchased in-person at our ranch. 

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Some Details to Know

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Buyer is responsible to verify their local laws and zoning ordinances for the keeping of any animal, or when passing state lines outside of California.

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Mullenax Ranch retains the right to keep any animal; with deposit refunded or applied to another available animal. 

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Maintaining On-farm Biosecurity

"Biosecurity" refers to safety measures meant to limit the transfer of harmful bacteria and infectious disease, which can be transferred on shoes, clothing, vehicles and tires, through other animals and more. Some diseases are deadly or may remain in the ground for decades - hence, we take a few precautions for the safety of our furry family members! Farm tours may not be offered or included as part of livestock purchases. Thank you for understanding.

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Clean Bill of Health

All livestock come with our 100% health guarantee. We do not allow any animal to leave here that we do not believe to be in 100% health. After an animal leaves our care it is considered sold as-is and the Buyer is responsible for the animal's care. All buyers are welcome to make a pre-vet health exam of an animal prior to it leaving our ranch. Deposit to hold the animal is required, and veterinary exam is at Buyer's expense. Cattle handling facilities are available here onsite. If you need a veterinary referral in the area we can provide local options and their contact information. 

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Diet

All livestock will have the cost of at least one (1) bale of hay or one (1) 50lb feed bag of their current diet added onto their sale to help set the buyer up for success. We recognize not everyone has purchased feed prior to pick-up, and a rapid change in diet can make your newly purchased animal sick or die. Diet changes should be a slow transition over a period of two to three WEEKS. Dietary changes should NOT be an instant switch. 

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Please note, even pastured animals experience a drastic change in diet between the Seller's pasture and the Buyer's pasture. Keeping hay/feed consistent with the Seller's diet the first 7-10 days minimum without change prior to feed transition to your chosen diet can be helpful for an animal while their system adjusts. Probiotics are also recommended by many veterinarians during times of travel, stress and dietary change as being beneficial to livestock health.

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Expectation of Care

If you are new to livestock or less experienced, please be open about this so we can pair you with the animal who's the best fit for your operation and know when to offer extra mentorship. If you're new or less experienced, we highly recommend purchasing a book which will answer your FAQ along the way and aid in the prevention of issues through education. Being in a 'Facebook group' is not a substitution for a solid foundation in animal care for taking care of your new animal. On our livestock pages we include information and resources as able to help you get started. 

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Transport + Pick-Up

In some cases transport may be available for an additional fee, please contact for details.

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All animals experience transport stress and new home stress which lowers their immune system. Diet should be kept the same during the transition period to their new home and the animal kept quiet for the first 7-10 days minimum. Diet changes should then be a slow process of 2-3 weeks. Not following these recommendations may lead to sickness, increased parasite load and or death.

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All animals are expected to be picked up within TWO WEEKS of their pick-up ready date. A daily boarding fee of $10 per goat/piglet, $15 per adult pig, $20 per bovine PER DAY will be assessed after the first two weeks to cover the additional feed and care of animals not picked up. Buyer has 30 calendar days after pick-up ready date to pick up or the animal is deemed abandoned and any deposit is deemed forfeit to Mullenax Ranch.

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Payments

Payments are CASH ONLY with full payment due upon pick-up.

We also accept payments prior to pick-up via cash or check. All checks must clear prior to animal's pick-up. 

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Deposits

A deposit may be required to hold an animal until pick-up or when it is available to leave for its new home. Deposit may be required to hold livestock past 5-days at our discretion. Animals with deposit holds will be marked 'Pending'.

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Deposits:

Cattle: $500

Goats: $50

Hogs: $50

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Our Commitment to You

Our pricing reflects our quality, commitment as small farmers to our animals and their care, and to our continued commitment to our customers before, during and long after you buy livestock with us. A large part of being a responsible farmer and heritage livestock breeder is mentorship and setting up new owners for success. We care about our animals and you, and want to help the both of you thrive for a lifetime and not just the extent of a single 'sale'. Our time and education has value, and every purchase made with our farm supports us continuing to be able to farm and offer these services for future. 

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Thank you for choosing us when adding a furry family member or foundation stock to your farm, ranch or homestead!

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