About Us

The Barnyard at 2R Ranch is more than just a business — it’s a family passion project created by Rylee and Chris Townsend in Whitesboro, TX.

Meet Rylee

Rylee has been around animals her entire life, turning that passion into a career. From horses to farm animals and exotics, she’s dedicated to raising, caring for, and sharing them with others. She runs the daily operations at the ranch and is the heart behind every Barnyard event — making sure families feel welcome, kids feel safe, and the animals are always healthy and happy.

Meet Chris

Chris is a proud veteran who brings his strong work ethic and “get-it-done” spirit to the Barnyard. He’s the muscle behind the scenes — from setting up events to hauling animals and equipment — and helps ensure every detail runs smoothly. His dedication to family and service is what gives the Barnyard its strong foundation.

Why We Do This

We started the Barnyard because we believe every child deserves the joy of connecting with animals. Whether it’s a goat nibbling from a hand, a rabbit snuggling into small arms, or a piglet making everyone laugh — those are the moments we love creating.

We’re proud to be a veteran-owned, family-run business, and our mission is simple:
to bring safe, memorable, and meaningful animal experiences to our community.

Our Promise

  • Kindness and safety for every guest and every animal

  • Professional setup and teardown so you don’t lift a finger

  • Sanitized stations and fencing included at every event

  • Licensed and insured for your peace of mind

Safety & Animal Care

  • Secure fencing surrounds every pen

  • Hand-sanitizer stations at entry/exit points

  • Handlers at every event to guide safe interactions

  • Shade, water, and breaks for animals in heat

  • Rain/weather policy – reschedules available when conditions are unsafe

  • Animal welfare first – no forced interactions, animals rotated as needed

Parents, schools, and festivals trust our licensed and insured mobile petting zoo for safe, hands-on animal experiences.

📞 Questions? Call/Text us at 469-560-0077 or email rylee@barnyardat2rranch.com