Biosecurity Take 2

We decided to test a few more ewes (all 4 year olds) and a ram for CL (Caseous Lymphadenitis), OPP (Ovine Progressive Pneumonia), and Johnes Disease. All came back negative as I was fairly certain they would! Some of the animals tested are going to be trades for some sheep in Northern Washington State. The … Continue reading Biosecurity Take 2

Busy Day on the Homestead

Today started early with a family friend of Shane's coming over to dig holes for 3 new lean-to's. The Horse/Ram Winter Lean-to is going to be 18x21 and split in half (2, 10x18 sections) with a wall only the rams can go through in one section and 2, 4 ft man doors (1 door for … Continue reading Busy Day on the Homestead

Breeding Season Ended

Today the rams came out of their breeding groups and all got to go into their horse stall, with old tires on the floor, to re-acquaint themselves without killing each other. They will probably stay in there 3-4 days, or until they seem to be mellowed out and getting along again. Their llama is awaiting … Continue reading Breeding Season Ended

We Survived the Fires

Labor Day, Sept 7th 2020 we were forecast with a very rare and unusual storm system that brought strong winds from the Northeast. This is typical of winter storms in our area, but never early autumn. As a preface to this storm, we had been without significant rainfall since July. Grass was brown, many trees … Continue reading We Survived the Fires

Breeding has Begun!!!

My 10 year old daughter, Morgan, and I sorted all the sheep into their breeding groups today! We have 4 groups total. Made a slight change or two but for the most part similar to my last post. 9 ewes will be having Commercial Katahdin lambs, 5 ewes the potential for Registered Katahdin lambs, and … Continue reading Breeding has Begun!!!