I have 5 St Croix ewes that lambed in early September. 2 months later they are down ~ 5lbs from Oct 2nd weight. Two are very boney along back and hips. Almost all poop is ball with some exception. I have separated two ewes with their lambs lambs to try to identify healthy poopers. All have pink around eyes
All ewes were born in Dec 20-Feb21.
4 of of the 5 had twins and the 5th a single. The single lamb momma has lost weight but is full through hip area.
We are first time sheep people with limited experience. We do daily rotation of the flock which is now up to 16. I have the ram and a weather separate.
So question.
Is it normal for ewes to lose weight and seem boney around hips two months after birthing.
Thanks
All ewes were born in Dec 20-Feb21.
4 of of the 5 had twins and the 5th a single. The single lamb momma has lost weight but is full through hip area.
We are first time sheep people with limited experience. We do daily rotation of the flock which is now up to 16. I have the ram and a weather separate.
So question.
Is it normal for ewes to lose weight and seem boney around hips two months after birthing.
Thanks