It’s a beautiful thing to watch a ewe teach their lambs. There is so much more going on than just letting them nurse. From the moment their lambs are born, ewes take on the role of nurturing, training, feeding, socializing, and teaching them about the world outside of the womb. Though “kitchen lambs” are cute, I have a hard fast … Read More
This time of year most farmers and shepherds tend to have extra pumpkins laying in their fields and find themselves asking the question, can sheep eat pumpkin? The short answer is a resounding, “YES!” but keep reading to learn about precautions you should take. Once our sheep have been on hay for a couple of months, they love any fresh … Read More
Knowing when to cull breeding ewes can be a complex question and varies from farm to farm based upon your farm’s goals and management style. We call sheep that no longer meet your goals culls. These sheep are typically sold. Especially for shepherds with small flocks, the decision to cull can be daunting and wrought with emotions. Depending upon farm … Read More
Keeping a small flock of sheep has it’s own set of challenges and advantages. A few years ago, I wrote a blog post on the challenges small flock owners face. Today, I will focus on three advantages of keeping a small flock. The farmer with the biggest tractor wins. We’ve all heard sayings like this before right? Sometimes in circles of … Read More
Are you considering getting a starter flock of sheep? Here are some tips to think about before you go shopping for your first flock. What is your purpose in owning sheep? This is the first question you need to ask yourself before bringing home sheep. The answer to this question will help you make many other important decisions along the … Read More
