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Posted: Wednesday 6 April, 2011
Niamh must be the greediest sheep alive. Twice in the last week, including this morning, she's choked on the pellets the sheep get. It looks pretty awful - terrible slavers from her mouth and nose, plus coughing and retching. However, her breathing was fine so we kept her in as a precaution. Within half an hour, she was fine but it does give you a fright.
When you buy sheep you need to select the right breed and buy from a reputable source.
The ram also needs to be fertile and have normal libido. I would advise the use of raddle – either as a block with a h
Whenever you move livestock you need safe, clean and reliable transport and safe handling areas.
Dalmore, Station Road,
Barry, Angus. DD7 7RS.
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