Category: Lamb

Regardless of whether you are a newcomer to the show world or a seasoned veteran, you realize how much work is needed to prepare your sheep for the exhibition. Among the many requirements, participating animals have to be free of any contagious or infectious diseases. Most states will require proof of this, usually in the form of a health certification. With summer right around the corner, it is important to note that this is the worst season for ringworms. Breeding,

Lamb tubes and goat tubes are comfortable attire used by producers and showmen in the days leading up to a livestock exhibition. The tubes fit over an animal’s freshly clipped  body to ensure it stays clean. Tubes are constructed from a spandex blend that fits tightly against the animal without causing discomfort. Lamb and goat tubes are designed for use with show animals. Tubes can be used by  young children learning the ropes of the show industry through 4-H and

Raising, breeding, and exhibiting market lambs and sheep can be both fun and profitable. It can also be a challenge when you are faced with preventing and treating sheep wool fungus. Ringworm in sheep is caused by two different types of fungi: Trichophyton and Microsporum, which could bind parasites to the sheep’s wool. Ringworm not only spreads among animals, but humans can get it as well. This condition is characterized by skin lesions and can even leave scarring. If you

Shearing a sheep is not a simple task, which is why many animal owners approach it with a sense of dread. It is necessary, though for the health and comfort of your sheep and fortunately it’s only something that you need to tackle once per year. You can sheer your sheep with a pair of hand sheers or get the job done more quickly with some electric clippers. Whichever tool you choose, shearing is a skill that takes some practice