“Even the smallest one can change the world.”

BEATRIX POTTER

The Smallest Little Farm is a 501C-3 non-profit focused on deepening our connection with animals and the natural world.

Our story

The Smallest Little Farm was founded in 2021 after I took my children to a local shelter in the hopes of adopting a guinea pig for our family. Once at the shelter it was hard to ignore the countless number of animals needing a home. For me it was a wake-up call and the beginning of our journey.

In today's culture, I have noticed that many of us seem to be losing our connection with animals, who have sadly become part of a throwaway culture that only celebrates the new. Animals, as sentient beings with feelings, deserve our respect and attention. When we remain disconnected and do not interact with them, we fail to honor their inherent value.

Understanding the responsibility and care animals require is crucial. Our mission is to rebuild this connection through meaningful content and advocacy. By being present and attentive, we can make positive changes and restore the bond between humans and animals.

Jade Hawkins Founder, The Smallest Little Farm

Our Mission

Using storytelling, documentary filmmaking, books, and digital platforms to inspire empathy, awareness, and a deeper connection to animals and the natural world.

Media

Working to improve protections and public understanding for small animals through education, awareness, and policy change.

Advocacy

Community

Building a movement of compassionate people who believe the smallest among us deserve the same amount of dignity, respect, and care.

Social Content

What began as sharing the everyday lives of rescued animals on Instagram has slowly become a space where people could reconnect — not just with animals, but with compassion, presence, and the world around them.

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Just over three years ago we lost one of our dearest friends here on the farm. It was sudden and truly heartbreaking for us all. Lovely was one of the first to arrive at our sanctuary. I told her every single day before she passed, how deeply loved she was … and still is. These things get easier with time, but Lovey will always have a place in my heart. #gonebutneverforgotten #sanctuary #guineapiglove #caviesofinstagram #thesmallestlittlefarm 🌱
The time I actually considered giving Penelope my hat!😅 She loved wearing it!🥹 #feelingfabulous #happypig #whoworeitbetter #animallovers #thesmallestlittlefarm 🌱
#danceparty #funwithfriends #sanctuary #rescuefarm #thesmallestlittlefarm 🌱
Many dental issues in guinea pigs and other small animals can often be traced back to generations of careless breeding within the commercial pet trade. Currently, breeding practices within the commercial pet trade remain sorely under-regulated. Inbreeding and breeding sick or far too young animals as quickly and cheaply as possible is having a heartbreaking knock-on effect on the health of countless animals. People are often unknowingly sold sick animals, then faced with expensive veterinary bills they never expected. Understandably, many families feel overwhelmed and unable to cope. As a result, rescues and shelters are left cleaning up the mess, which means caring for unwanted animals who never asked to be born into this over saturated system in the first place!😮‍💨 Meanwhile, billion-dollar pet store chains continue profiting while turning a blind eye to the realities of mass breeding operations behind the scenes. These are not products. They are living beings. It has to stop!!🛑 #mabelsact #guineapigs #animaladvocacy #rescuesanctuary #cavies
I think they were all in on it.🐿️ #newyorkwildlife #newyorkcity #nature #animallove #squirrellife 🌱
You’re welcome!🫶🏽🤗 #guineapiglife #thesmallestlittlefarm #cavies #guineapigs #animalrescue 🌱
Happy World Donkey Day!✨ Oh how I ❤️Donkeys! Let’s just say, I wouldn’t be mad if a mini one suddenly show up on Mother’s Day!😁🤞🏽 #donkey #donkeylovers #donkeysofinstagram #donkeysanctuary #fortheloveofanimals 🫏
Say hello to Mr Kipling!🥰 thank you @bunnies_of_east_valley #rescueguineapig #guineapigoftheday #cavies #guineapiglife #rescuenotretail ✨
Just over three years ago we lost one of our dearest friends here on the farm. It was sudden and truly heartbreaking for us all. Lovely was one of the first to arrive at our sanctuary. I told her every single day before she passed, how deeply loved s
The time I actually considered giving Penelope my hat!😅 She loved wearing it!🥹 #feelingfabulous #happypig #whoworeitbetter #animallovers #thesmallestlittlefarm 🌱
#danceparty #funwithfriends #sanctuary #rescuefarm #thesmallestlittlefarm 🌱
Many dental issues in guinea pigs and other small animals can often be traced back to generations of careless breeding within the commercial pet trade. Currently, breeding practices within the commercial pet trade remain sorely under-regulated. Inbr
I think they were all in on it.🐿️ #newyorkwildlife #newyorkcity #nature #animallove #squirrellife 🌱
You’re welcome!🫶🏽🤗 #guineapiglife #thesmallestlittlefarm #cavies #guineapigs #animalrescue 🌱
Happy World Donkey Day!✨ Oh how I ❤️Donkeys! Let’s just say, I wouldn’t be mad if a mini one suddenly show up on Mother’s Day!😁🤞🏽 #donkey #donkeylovers #donkeysofinstagram #donkeysanctuary #fortheloveofanimals 🫏
Say hello to Mr Kipling!🥰 thank you @bunnies_of_east_valley #rescueguineapig #guineapigoftheday #cavies #guineapiglife #rescuenotretail ✨

My Friend Mabel

A Feature Documentary (in production)

My Friend Mabel began after an adopted guinea pig named Mabel opened the door to a much deeper journey, one that challenged the way we viewed animals, our connection and consumerism. Through caring for Mabel, Jade began to question the systems that treat living beings as products, while also discovering the profound emotional intelligence and presence of all beings. All that is asked of us is to slow down in a world which is speeding up in all areas of life.

Mabel’s Act

Turning Stories Into Change

Named in honor of Mabel, Mabel’s Act is a proposed expansion of California’s existing protections for animals sold in pet stores, aiming to include small mammals and birds often overlooked within the commercial pet trade. The bill seeks to raise awareness around the breeding, treatment, and sale of these animals while encouraging a more compassionate and responsible approach to animal welfare. At its heart, Mabel’s Act represents the belief that even the smallest among us deserve dignity, protection, and care.

“and above all, watch the glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places”

ROALD DAHL