Soay Sheep are small,
primitive Sheep that are low maintenance, easy lambers and very hardy. Wool is collected by brushing or "rooing" the sheep. These sheep are ideal for Homesteads and small properties. They will also improve pasture while grazing. They love invasive weeds like Knapweed, Thistle and Tansy. Soay Sheep are curious, shy, cold-hardy and kid-friendly. |
Soay Sheep come from the remote island of Soay, about sixty miles off the northwest coast of Scotland, where they have survived as a stranded, isolated population for thousands of years, completely unmanaged by man. These ruminants are thought to have descended from the flocks of primitive Bronze Age shepherds. They are more primitive than any other Northern European Short-tailed sheep breed. |
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Soay Sheep are smaller than
domesticated sheep breeds, but also hardier and much more agile. Their primitive look is stunning! |
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Soay Sheep will mow your
lawn and fertilize your garden. They will also help control invasive weeds and will give you fertilizer and wool. You can also harvest the meat, which is a delicacy, and tan beautiful pelts. |
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We breed and sell Soay
Sheep and usually have Ewes and unrelated Rams available. All of our Sheep free-range on Organic Bio-active pasture, supplemented with Organic grains in harsh weather. |