Horses, Ponies,
Golden Retriever Puppies, Pygmy Goats,
Jacob Sheep and More Unique Pets
Jacob Sheep and More Unique Pets
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Horses, Ponies,
Golden Retriever Puppies, Pygmy Goats,
Jacob Sheep and More Unique Pets |
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715-635-7112 Spring lambs
Jacob sheep are an ancient rare breed that
trace their origins back over 3000 years. This unique breed originated
in what is now Syria, and is one of the oldest unchanged breed of sheep
still in existence.
The Jacob is named for the biblical
father of the 12 tribes of Israel. Jacob, son of Isaac, was the
first person in recorded history to practice selective breeding of
livestock.
Jacob had made a deal with his
father in law that for tending his flocks for an additional number
of years he would retain ownership of all the spotted lambs, and by
only using spotted rams, his herd grew faster than his father in
laws. And thus the beginnings of the Jacob
sheep.
Jacobs are black and white or brown
and white, with multiple horns, some sporting as many as six. They
have not been bred to change or improve their body style or wool, so
they have changed very little in 3000 years. They are smaller than
most other breeds of sheep and are very hearty. They very rarely
need assistance in birthing and are easy to keep. They make
excellent pets and are great weed eaters. They are an excellent way
to control weeds in pastures with out chemicals.
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Cindy Manning Spooner, Wisconsin
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