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Judy Griesedieck
Glencoe and Edina, Minn.

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Bob Kendall with Nola
Bob Kendall with his reindeer Nola.
Judy Griesedieck / For MPR News

Bob Kendall, owner of Kendallville Farm in Glencoe, raises reindeer — along with the usual cows and horses.

He became enamored of reindeer after seeing two at a mall while shopping.

Bob and his wife, Sandy, have 15 reindeer, which they rent for parties, holiday events and shopping mall displays. The season keeps them running, transporting Santa's assistants in a trailer to events from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekends.

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Bob Kendall and one of his reindeer
In his barn, Kendall stands with one of his reindeer, Bernard.
Judy Griesedieck / For MPR News
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Bob Kendall with Nola
Bob Kendall with his reindeer Nola.
Judy Griesedieck / For MPR News
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A look at the reindeer antlers
The reindeer antlers fall off in the spring and new ones grow in to replace them.
Judy Griesedieck / For MPR News