Heritage livestock is the backbone of Hogs & Horns Homestead. Our primary focus is not only on ancestral breeds but, more specifically, on endangered livestock breeds. We encourage you to explore the unique heritage livestock breeds available in Canada. A commitment to conservation and education drives Hogs and Horns Homestead—investing time, care, and effort with every animal we raise. Raising them in any regard – pet, for meat, or a breeding herd contributes to the viability of their futures.

Each heritage breed offers unique characteristics, regardless of species. We believe preserving these unique traits allows for essential aspects of diversity to continue. The individual breeds we focus on are listed on the endangered lists by either Heritage Livestock Canada or the Livestock Conservancy.

At the beginning of our journey, sourcing our breeding animals was challenging. Many heritage breeds are threatened or critically endangered. This remains a significant challenge in Canada, but by focusing on purebred, registered lines, we have improved the numbers and quality available. We hope that through education and quality breeding, we will see a population increase and (hopefully) removal from the endangered list over time. As you begin or continue your exploration of raising animals —whether for pets, meat, or breeding —we encourage you to consider the various heritage breeds and what they can offer your homestead or farm.