Some people raise sheep and goats for specialty products or as a hobby.
In all cases it is important to consider manure management and the potential for fly, odor, and water-pollution problems. Sometimes a few animals cause more difficulties than a large commercial flock or herd, especially when animals are confined in buildings or small lots in suburban areas. If there is an insufficient area on which to spread the manure, overapplication and stockpiling of manure may result. This can increase fly, odor, and rodent problems as well as the likelihood of water pollution from runoff and excessive soil nutrients. Barns may contain bedded pens or packs, stalls, or slotted floors.