Sheep

Hobby farmer Sue Weaver provides a perfect primer in Sheep, ideal for novice or experienced sheep keepers looking to expand their hobby farm with a flock of sheep. Illustrated with instructive and beautiful color photographs and loaded with charts and sidebars, this Hobby Farms title will make newcomers feel comfortable choosing, caring for, and even shearing and milking their own sheep. Opening with a fascinating history on sheep, Sheep offers practical advice, including housing, feeding, guarding the flock, understanding sheep behavior, vaccinations, parasites, hoof care, breeding and so much more. Weaver then discusses the tools, skills, and fees required to fleece your flock, as well as spinning your own wool and selling the fleece. A glossary of over 100 terms, an extensive resources section, and an index complete the volume.