Wool blindness is a major issue in southdown sheep. We advocate for breeding towards more open faces for functionality. While it is precious to see a little bit of wool on their face and their ears, it’s just not practical over the lifespan of the breed. Most of Shelbi’s herd is pretty open faced; she was the only one that needed a proper wigging (face trim). The owner is unsure yet if Shelbi is bred, but it is not uncommon or harmful for healthy yearling ewes to become mothers. They naturally c

Its a close shave for these two ladies! For the recored, wool blindness is concidered a fault by all breed standards, as it should be. Breed for functionality 🤘🏻 https://www.nabssar.org/breed_standard.php#:~:text=Adult sheep should be between,than 26" will be disqualified. | Right Choice Shearing