Livestock => Sheep => Topic started by: DanBW on April 16, 2020, 01:51:39 pm
Title: Lambs
Post by: DanBW on April 16, 2020, 01:51:39 pm
I recently moved to a new property with a smallish paddock out the back. I was speaking to the local farmer and have arranged to get two lambs where the mother has died and rear them, it will be a great experience for my 3 year old and for us as a family.
I'm not new to animals but never had lambs before myself. Wondering if anyone had any advice. I have an enclosure, shelter, bottles, lamblac etc but if you think I will need anything else or any tips they can give a rookie would be much appreciated.
Title: Re: Lambs
Post by: twizzel on April 17, 2020, 06:53:23 pm
Don’t get 2- get 3 or 4, then if 1 dies (very likely with pet lambs) the other won’t be left on its own. How big is the paddock ?
Title: Re: Lambs
Post by: harmony on April 17, 2020, 08:05:04 pm
Title: Re: Lambs
Post by: crobertson on April 17, 2020, 09:05:27 pm
Some creep would be good for lambs over a week old to nibble at and do you shelter inside e.g a barn etc as I personally wouldn't just leave new bottle fed lambs out overnight :)