Description
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A guide for new shepherds.
You’ve finally made the decision to bring sheep to your farm. You want to be sure you purchase healthy sheep and that they transition smoothly to their new home. This ebook will give you tips and questions to ask to ensure it is a positive experience for all.
Through this ebook you will learn:
- questions to ask yourself BEFORE you purchase sheep.
- how to determine which kind of livestock guardian will work best for you.
- what to ask a breeder BEFORE you buy their sheep.
- tips for getting your new sheep home safely.
- tips for transitioning your sheep to their new home.
I have been raising sheep and selling starter flocks to new shepherds since 2008. I have fielded numerous questions through the years about how to bring a new flock home and have guided many shepherds through the process. This ebook is a compilation of years of experience working with new shepherds. I have finally compiled all the information into one ebook to help others get started on their journey living with sheep.
Bonus: Five Things You Need To Know About Sheep Behavior
I have found often problems arise when you do not understand basic sheep behavior. Once you understand how they think, their fears, and how they move, you gain confidence and control of your flock. In the back of the ebook is a chart to help you better understand basic sheep behavior and movement.
No need to enter into becoming a new shepherd with questions about transportation, choosing breeding stock, or transitioning them to their new home. This ebook will guide you through the process.
Q & A
Does this book tell me which livestock guardian to purchase?
No, this ebook does not tell you which kind of guardian animal to buy. Instead, it walks you through questions you need to ask yourself to help you determine which kind of guardian animal will work best for you. It also has a chart which looks three kinds of livestock guardian animals.
Does this ebook tell me how to find a livestock transporter?
No, this ebook does not tell you how to find a transporter. Instead, this ebook provides a guide for using a transporter. It also tells you how to reduce stress during transport.
How does this ebook help me know where to buy my sheep?
This ebook gives you a list of questions to ask a sheep breeder you are considering purchasing sheep from. It teaches you how to be an informed buyer.
How does this book help me transition my sheep to my farm?
The book discusses various tips for helping your new sheep feel safe and secure at their new home.
Disclaimer:
This ebook is not intended as a substitute for veterinary advice. It is for educational and informative purposes only. The reader should take full responsibility for the care of their livestock and regularly consult a vet in matters relating to the health and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or veterinary attention.
