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Posted: Sunday 18 December, 2011
I'm very, very pleased to report that Dickie has recovered from his rhododendron snack.
He's had more charcoal, a few oatcakes then a wee feed and some hay. It's a lovely day here, and he really wants to get out. Yesterday, he was quite happy to be inside.
Off to grant his wish now, and let him out. He's a very lucky sheep 
The nutrition and care of the pregnant ewe influences lamb size, litter size, lamb vigour, colostrum quality and quantit
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
About two weeks before the first lambs are due, it’s time to start preparing for lambing.
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