In “The Sims 4 Horse Ranch,” mini goats and mini sheep are the latest craze. If you’re looking to add these cute little guys to your farm, the Ranch Animal Exchange is where it’s at. This is your go-to place for buying these animals and getting them into your game.
Acquire Mini Goats and Mini Sheep
When you’re playing Sims 4, there are a few ways to get to the Ranch Animal Exchange:
- Community Notice Board Interaction: Over in Chestnut Ridge, there’s a notice board that’s not just for show. You can use it to connect with the Ranch Animal Exchange and start adding mini goats and mini sheep to your ranch.
- Sim’s Phone Method: Your Sim’s phone is pretty handy. Just go to the “Home” menu, find the “Call Ranch Animal Exchange” option, and then you’ll see “Buy Mini Goats & Mini Sheep.” Easy peasy.
- Hay Now! Animal Feeder: If you put an Animal Feeder on your lot from Build Mode, it does more than feed animals. It also hooks you up directly with the Ranch Animal Exchange to buy mini goats and mini sheep.
Specialized Locations for Purchase
There are specific spots that make buying these animals even easier. Bits and Bales Mercantile Grocery Store in downtown New Appaloosa is one of them. You can buy and even sell animals there. The Ranch Community Board, also in downtown New Appaloosa, gives you a direct line to the Ranch Animal Exchange. You can even get one of these boards for your own lot to make things more convenient.
Costs of Mini Goats and Mini Sheep
Mini goats are pretty affordable at §150 each. Mini sheep can get pricier, up to §2000 for the special breeds with unique colors and features.
Customizing Your Mini Goats and Mini Sheep
You can make your mini goats and sheep look just how you want with different coat markings. While they don’t have personalities like your Sims, you can still give each animal its own look.
Basic Care and Needs
Taking care of these animals means more than just making them look good. You’ve got to keep them fed with a hay feeder and interact with them to keep them happy. Mini goats give you milk, and mini sheep provide wool. These can be used in recipes or crafting, or sold for simoleons if you don’t have the “Cottage Living” expansion.
Benefits of Mini Animals in Gameplay
Having mini goats and sheep around makes your Sims 4 Horse Ranch experience even better. They add a real farm feel to your game and give you resources like milk and wool. Plus, they can help keep your gardens weed-free.
As your ranch gets bigger, remember not to pack in too many animals. The game might slow down. Also, think about getting a Ranch Hand to help take care of them. Watch out for interactions with other Sims and animals that might scare your mini goats and sheep, though. If they get spooked, they might leave behind manure, which can turn into high-quality fertilizer for your garden.
