Oxford Sheep
The Oxford sheep breed was developed in Oxford County in England. A mix between Hampshires and Cotwolds, it has also been suggested that in the early development the breed also benefited from a small amount of Southdown lineage as well.
Sheep vs Goat Comparison (what is the difference?)
Are you wondering what is the difference between a sheep and a goat? Many people do. After all sheep and goats are similar farm animals. But there are many important differences between these species. That’s why we’ve put together this simple sheep vs goat reference chart designed to help you quickly learn the difference between
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A Guide to Docking Sheep Tails Safely
Docking sheep tails, or sheep tailing, is a flock management practice of shortening the tail of sheep to improve the health of sheep and lambs. By preventing fecal matter from accumulating on the tail and rear of your sheep, you can help to avoid serious health issues like fly strike (wool maggots). In fact, research
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Katahdin Sheep
The Katahdin sheep breed originated from crossing the Wiltshire Horn, Suffolk and St. Croix breeds of sheep. The Katahdin breed was developed in Maine and is named after the mountain in Maine where Michael Piel created the breed, the highest peak in the state.
Hampshire Sheep
The Hampshire sheep breed is primarily raised for meat production, though the breed has also emerged as a popular choice for youngsters in 4-H and FFA rings due to its dramatic, flashy appearance in the show ring.
Suffolk Sheep
Suffolk sheep can be found around the world and are a popular choice in countries which value commercial sheep production. The Suffolk sheep breed is perhaps the most commonly used purebred sheep breed in the United States and are a frequent choice for commercial shepherds as terminal sires in crossbreeding programs.
Sheep Chair Review (Premier1 Sheep Tipping Chair)
The Premier1 Sheep Chair offers shepherds a lightweight, and mobile tool to comfortably trim sheep hooves and administer shots to their sheep near any fence in their barn. Constructed of lightweight and sturdy galvanized steel and a durable elastic netting, this sheep chair securely locks over most wooden or tubular steel fencing. This allows shepherds
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Corriedale Sheep
Out of all the breeds of sheep that are used for wool production, the Corriedale sheep breed is by far the oldest. This storied breed originated as the product of a cross between the Lincoln and Merino sheep and the breed was developed in New Zealand and Australia. In 1914, the Corriedale was introduced to
Panama Sheep
The Panama sheep breed originated in the 1990’s in Idaho and was the product of work by private breeders. The Panama breed is a cross between Lincoln ewes and rams which were Rambouillet. After approximately five years of crossbreeding, the breed was established and mating between Panamas was all that was required to maintain the
How to Spin Wool for Clothing
It’s disappointing. If you go to the typical store, wool has been processed into clothes that look pretty much the same. Different breeds of sheep have different kinds of wool, but that sweater you buy is probably made up of a conglomeration of wool where the distinctiveness of each type of wool has been lost.
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