It doesn’t matter if you’re new to sheep handling, or have been at it for decades, shearing season can be a busy time. Wool is great for trapping heat in and keeping the body warm, which is a great thing in winter, but not so much once springtime rolls around. So shearing your sheep is […]
Sheep are ruminants like cattle. They have a four-chambered stomach that lets them consume roughage like grass. But what do sheep eat aside from grass? Let’s learn about the most common types of sheep food and treats. What Do Sheep Eat? Providing your sheep with a sufficient amount of essential nutrients is the key to […]
Katahdin sheep is a type of hair sheep that is very popular in the United States. Apart from being raised mainly for meat, they are known to be parasite-resistant and require little care. We have even more useful insights about this breed for you here. Let’s find out below! Katahdin Sheep Origin Named after the […]
Like goats, cows, and many other animals on farms, sheep also require regular hoof trimming. If left uncared, overgrown sheep hooves may affect the sheep’s ability to walk. More importantly, the sheep will be more likely to expose many hoof diseases. This article is written to provide all information related to sheep hooves. From the […]
Soay sheep are not ordinary sheep! Besides the basic benefits such as providing meat or fur, this breed with different values is becoming favored by many different breeders, even becoming a useful and hardworking “lawnmower”. Thinking about having a flock of them but don’t have any clue about their habitats? Then maybe you shouldn’t miss […]
We all know that sheep are friendly and adorable. They are also known to be a sensitive and intelligent animal with the brainpower that’s equal to monkeys. Like any other animal, water is a necessary part of their lives. You might see this animal feeding on the grass or drink water by a river, but […]