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    Toxemia

    She hasn't lambed yet, and I'm not 100% sure how far along she is, but i can ball park it around 2-3 weeks from due date. I do not want to to induce labor at all, I'm a firm believer in her body knowing what it needs. Right now all she wants to eat is Molasses and corn syrup. Water a close...
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    Toxemia

    I don't think I'll evolve a vet. No she isn't eating solids at all, she isn't gritting her teeth tho, and she is trying to drink water.
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    How to handle an aggressive young ram?

    I don't let my breeding Rams get over 2 years old. I get 2 lamb crops a year, so when he finishes up his third breeding I'll trade him off, or sell him. I suggest selling and getting a mellower tempered ram lamb.
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    Sheep questions (beginner)

    I've had sheep for up towards 15 years now, the best I've ever come across are the White/Red Katahdin and the Black-bellied Barbados hair sheep. I'd definitely start small with like 10-12 head just to get the hang of it. And just like everything else it takes a lot of work, dedication, and...
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    Toxemia

    Thank you! Bad news is also honesty. If she doesn't improve soon i'll put her down, its better than leaving her to suffer
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    Toxemia

    Ok, I could definitely use some advice on how to treat this (toxemia) , I haven't seen it very often in my flock so I haven't looked into treatments. What I have done so far; 5cc Injection of LA200 Then orally a mixture of 2 parts corn syrup mixed with, 1 part...
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    Hello from missouri!

    Hello all, from Missouri here. I have quite a large flock of hair sheep. Absolutely love all Animals.
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