Comments for Stories from the Farm

Comment on Couple of Clowns! by Kristine

Kristine — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:46:10 +0000

I love how Deuce has developed a herding eye; of course, there was this story in the newspaper the other day about a hunting Border Collie:

http://www.oregonlive.com/sports/oregonian/bill_monroe/index.ssf/2009/10/bill_monroe_macy_the_wonder_do.html

Comment on Couple of Clowns! by Lora

Lora — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:11:47 +0000

me thinks you might need a border collie pup! XO

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by shadowmountainjacobs

shadowmountainjacobs — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:32:36 +0000

Our generous breed standard allows us to have several different looks to our sheep which I find interesting. Another aspect of primitive which I have not heard much about is that a primitive sheep should have a fair amount of kemp in the birth fleece that protects them against the elements (which sheds out later on). I have seen this in some of my lambs and by 4 months of age it is usually gone. This has helped them survive through some of the harsher climates they have been exposed to. Fleece should not have crimp in it to be a primitive type (I was recently told by an inspector)but it says nothing in the guidlines about type or crimp??? What’s everyones idea on that topic? Just curious.

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by c o l o r & t e x t u r e

c o l o r & t e x t u r e — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:49:10 +0000

I love the horns and shape of these sheep!

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by mudranch

mudranch — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:55:01 +0000

Good post Shannon, especially with all the discussion flying around. I totally agree with you… love the diversity, however I am attracted to the primitive type too. They are so different to look at compared to the improved types (as well as other breeds).

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by Leigh Nelson (Bent Willow Farm)

Leigh Nelson (Bent Willow Farm) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:45:59 +0000

Great Post! Interesting point about body condition.

The pictures really help to show the contrast between the two different body types.

I love hearing stories about different sheep’s personalities…Reno’s mom sounds like an interesting character.

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by KathyB.

KathyB. — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:11:14 +0000

I find myself always drawn to the primitive aspects of the breed, which is what attracted me to them in the first place many years ago. However, my less primitive Jacobs give me fleeces I love to spin and weave..yet even their fleeces are primitive in comparison with more modern and “improved” breeds.

I do prefer the smaller -boned and very hardy primitive Jacobs over all and if forced to make a choice between them and the “improved” Jacobs would choose the very primitive types in a heart beat! Just don’t ever count on them doing well in any sheep shows..Jacob shows included!

I was surprised to see you compare them to deer, which my primitives have always reminded me of.

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:05:04 +0000

This sounds very similar (both characteristics and discussions about them) that go on in the Shetland world. Interesting!

Comment on Primitive Charateristics by patchworkfibers

patchworkfibers — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:56:43 +0000

Great post – thanks for organizing the traits. I sure do agree about liking the diversity and the different looks of the breed. I love my little bitty Macaroon and my great big Kayleigh and get a real kick out seeing the two of them standing together.

Comment on What’s in a name? by Gail Williams

Gail Williams — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:22:39 +0000

…and never name a rooster Spur. I love this!