Sat, Jul 11
|Iron Water Ranch
Animal Care - Basic Sheep Skills
Bring questions! This beginning level animal husbandry class is the perfect confidence builder for newer shepherds who want to learn the best practices for caring for their sheep. Hoof care, general health, and nutrition will be discussed!
Time & Location
Jul 11, 2020, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Iron Water Ranch, 35179 Riverside Dr, Albany, OR 97321, USA
About the event
Come join us and learn the best practices for keeping your sheep happy, healthy, and thriving in the Willamette Valley. Topics discussed will include:
- Nutrition
- Animal Selection
- Hoof Management
- Wool Care
- Deworming Practices
- Vaccination Procedures
The course willl be taught by the staff of Iron Water Ranch who have a combined experience of over 60 years in the sheep industry. Â Instructors are familiar with multiple breeds of sheep. Â There will be hands-on experience with live animals, so dress appropriately.