Nobody knew that a mere joke suggested by a British farmer to rent her goats for video chats could become one of the hottest ways to lift the pandemic gloom. Dot McCarthy, from Rossendale, Lancashire, England, found an innovative way to not only have extra income during the pandemic but also found an incredible way to use her goats to spread joy and laughter during such challenging times. Cronkshaw Fold Farm, the property McCarthy inherited from her mother, not only was a sanctuary for the farm animals who provided resources for daily income but was also home to several other activities like farm tours, sheepdog demonstrations, goat yoga, wedding, etc. After COVID-19 hit, McCarthy lost most of her sources of income. What started as a joke to put her goats on video for a few laughs turned into a full-time business for her after she received about 200 emails to have her goats join virtual meetings. This new-found business has brought in about $70,000. The employs her goats for $7 to make an appearance on zoom meetings