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Articles & Guides About Sheep Flock Management
We're proud to offer a number of informative articles and guides to help you learn how to manage your flock, or to improve your sheep management practices. From information about the different breeds of sheep herding dogs to constructing affordable sheep housing, you can learn a lot here.
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One of the most important flock management practices to maintain the overall health of your flock is trimming sheep hooves to maintain healthy feet and the ability to walk and graze. Read Our Step-by-Step Guide
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In this article we discuss the benefits of de-worming your sheep, when you should (and shouldn't) worm your flock, and what products to use to kill different types of internal parasites in sheep. Read the Guide
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Lambing season can be intimidating, and it's the time of year that's typically the most demanding of shepherds. Learn what products you should have on-hand, what to look for in pregnant ewes, and identify problems early to improve your lambing success rate. Read About Lambing Now
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Make sure you know when to expect your lambs this year! We have a free PDF sheep gestation table that's ready to print, and we also have a convenient lambing due-date calculator: enter the date your ewe was bred and we'll tell you when to expect lambs! Visit Now
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Watch this video tutorial from the University of Pennsylvania, and download our step-by-step quick-reference guide to the sheep shearing positions you need to master to shear your flock the right way. Watch Now
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Once you purchase the best electric sheep shears for your farm, it can be confusing to know which blades to buy and use for which tasks. In this article we cover how to properly adjust your blades, and describe what each type of comb is used for when shearing or trimming sheep. Read Now
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In this article we discuss the advantages to using a marking harness on your rams, how to use crayons effectively for accurate record keeping, and introduce you to the two most popular types of ram breeding harnesses available on the market. Read Now
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An introduction to breeding season, and best-practices for introducing your ram to your ewes to ensure rapid conception, and to avoid excessive weight-loss and fatigue in your stud rams. Read Now
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If you're looking for a sheep housing option for your flock this article will explain the needs of sheep (they don't typically require much shelter), and some popular housing options that range from small barns and sheds, to greenhouses and pole-barns. Read Now
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It's important that your sheep drink plenty of water, and are consuming all of the vital minerals they need to survive. In this article we introduce you to the best mineral blocks and licks on the market, and tell you what to look for to avoid deadly copper toxicity in your sheep flock. Read the Guide
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Whether you are planning to show your sheep, or simply want to be able to walk your stock on a halter should you need to, halter-training your lambs can be done quickly if you take the right approach. This short article (including a video guide), will make sure you halter break your lambs safely, with minimal time invested. Read Now
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Ear tagging your sheep is an important flock management practice which can help you keep accurate records, and quickly identify the age and lineage of sheep in your flock. In this helpful guide we provide step-by-step instructions about tagging your sheep safely, and tips to develop a proper ear tag plan for your flock. Read Now
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To get the most out of your grasslands, it's important to make sure that you aren't overstocking your sheep. Learn how to estimate the ideal number of sheep per acre of pasture, and how to effectively rotate your sheep for maximum pasture growth and flock production. Read Now
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One of the most cost effective and flexible ways to set up fencing or to strip your paddocks for rotational grazing is to invest in electric sheep netting. This portable, temporary fence solution offers great predator deterrence, while maintaining a perimeter your sheep won't challenge. Learn More
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An in-depth comparison of the 4 most popular sheep fencing options, including the long-term pros and cons of each and an itemized cost breakdown and side-by-side cost comparison per acre. Read Now
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Sheep tail docking is an important flock management practice which can help to prevent dangerous sheep diseases, and which can also make shearing and lambing easier. Read Guide
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If you're planning to raise sheep for the show ring, these helpful tutorials will help ensure that you're prepared to put your best foot forward and show your stock off effectively to the judge. From 4-H showmen to experienced shepherds, everyone can benefit from these tutorials. Visit Now
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One of the most important parts of accurate record keeping is tracking the annual growth rate of your lamb crop. With an investment in an accurate sheep scale you can easily weigh any animal on your farm and keep more accurate records without breaking your back hoisting your sheep into the air. Read Guide
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If you own a pair of electric sheep clippers, learning to take care of them properly is important. A few minutes spent on maintenance and properly tuning your shears can help them run cool, and last for years. Learn our 5 recommended steps to keep your sheep shears in top shape! Read Guide
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