Baby Sheep Follow Their Mom On Shore

Raising sheep can be fun and rewarding if you live on a small farm or even in a rural home with a bit of available pasture space. They are docile, gentle animals for hobby farms, and they serve many purposes, such as providing meat, wool and even milk. For many rural families, sheep are virtual pets.

If you are considering raising sheep on your small farm or homestead, here are some basics to consider before you start assembling your flock.