I am grateful to my niece for today's photos. She and her husband live in Germany, and they have three pet sheep they keep at the top of their garden. There is a large piece of land for them to roam, a nice shelter to go into if the weather takes a turn, a stream with fresh spring water that runs through the property, plenty of tasty grass to eat, plus whatever they need in every way, and are given a whole lot of love. Last weekend it was sheep-sheering time for all three.
Not exactly their favorite thing to get done maybe, but they must feel great having their old winter coat taken off. Aren't those horns amazing?
All done!
and off they go!
With thanks to my niece and nephew again for letting me share their photos today. I will have more on Friday.
All taken care of...
With thanks to my niece and nephew again for letting me share their photos today. I will have more on Friday.
Wow, the HORNS!!! They could do dome serious head butting with those! It looks like she lives in a gorgeous place!! I like the little black sheep. Maybe because he is the black sheep of the family...sorry, I couldn't resist.
ReplyDeleteThey are impressive horns arent' they Ginny :) I remember hearing this one and another since gone, butting their heads with a loud bang. Thank you :)
DeleteI’m wondering if they use their wool for anything. This is so neat.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kay, I believe there is a lady they give it to. She spins it.
DeleteGreat photos - and yes, those horns are amazing. I wonder whether they are heavy to carry round?
ReplyDeleteThanks EC, I wonder also. I will have to ask :)
DeleteA really fine set of horns there. I love the black ones though. Take care and enjoy the rest of the week, Diane
ReplyDeleteThank you Diane, you too :)
DeleteIt must feel so good to get that heavy coat sheared off! Beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteThank you and I think so Laurie :)
DeleteI too love those horns and so sweet to see the pet sheep
ReplyDeleteAll three are pet sheep, including the one with the horns. Thanks Linda :)
DeleteHello, I would think it is hard to hair their winter coat cut off. They are so cute, love the last photo. Wishing you a happy day!
ReplyDeleteThank you Eileen :) My nephew is getting good at it. He has had a lot of practice these last few years.
DeleteI want to hug those sheep, so beautiful. Love that first Shorn Sheep, the black one. when the photo came up I went awwwww... love those horns.. such a beautiful place they live in... thanks for sharing these lovelies with us
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome and I want to hug them too, thanks Sandra :) They do live in a lovely area.
DeleteCute sheep and pleasant environment.
ReplyDeleteThank you Gigi :)
DeleteThat is a lot of work, great photos though.
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine :)
Deletelovely photos take care
ReplyDeleteThank you Gosia and you also :)
DeleteThese are lovely photographs, many thanks to your niece and nephew.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thank you Jan, I will pass on your thanks :) All the best to you too :)
DeleteIt's always fun to see animals that other people own and take care of! Cute. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Ellen, I agree. I grew up with animals around me and it is lovely to visit with others now.
DeleteThey are lovely!
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne :)
DeleteHi Denise,
ReplyDeleteSheep are such delightful creatures, glad to see they are in summer regalia,
the Ram has a wonderful pair of horns.
You both stay safe and well
All the best
John
Hi John, they are aren't they? I wish for you the same, stay safe and well :)
DeleteQuite cute.
ReplyDeleteThank you William, they certainly are :)
DeleteNot only must those sheep feel cooler without their wool coats, but lighter as well. I liked the black sheep out of this group.
ReplyDeleteMuch lighter I'm sure :) Thanks Diane :)
DeleteA few years back we visited a farm and got to hold lambs. My husband still talks about how sweet they were.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you had that opportunity Linda. It is a lovely experience. I held a few in my time in the UK.
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