We bought a starter flock of 8 Zwartbles for £800. We nearly killed them day one Rhododendron poisoning but got through that thanks to strong black tea being forced down them. Then they got foot scald, quick spray and fixed. Then they got mites, injection required, which we did ourselves - steep learning curve. Vet said why did you get sheep lol. Now struggling to get Em sheared.
Been a bit of a nightmare but would I change them - no way. They are friendly tame, vocal animals that give me pleasure everyday.
Keep reading books, this forum is awesome for advice, ive been saved a few times and good luck.
They are rewarding, but I was once told that they are born to die, and will do their best to try lol