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What Can You Do With Sheep Wool? (7 Uses You Didn’t Know About)

Sheep wool is a versatile material commonly used for garments, bedding, and DIY crafts. Less common uses include insulation, carpets, mulch, and upholstery.  7 Interesting Uses for Sheep...

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Sheep Wormer: Definitive Guide

Sheep wormers improve your flock's resistance to disease and improve milk yield, wool production, and weight gain. Lambs should be wormed starting at eight weeks old, and regular worming should be...

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Royal White Sheep Breed Information, History & Facts

Royal White sheep are the result of crossbreeding between St Croix ewes and White Dorper rams in Texas. The breed is known for its head-to-feet snowy white appearance. Royal White sheep also...

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Shropshire Sheep Breed Information, History & Facts

Shropshire sheep are a black-faced breed from Shropshire, England, with a lineage dating back to 1792. They are docile and reproduce rapidly, making them a popular dual-purpose breed. Shropshire...

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Cheviot Sheep Breed Information, History & Facts

Cheviot sheep are native to Scotland. The breed dates back to the 1300s and is known for its resilience, even in hot or windswept conditions. Cheviot sheep have white faces and no wool on their heads...

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What is a Baby Sheep Called?

A baby sheep is called a lamb until it is one year old. Male baby sheep are called ram lambs, and female baby sheep are called ewe lambs. A 16th century English word for lamb is "lambkin." Origin...

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