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RE: Wensleydale - the Sheep with Dreadlocks
Wonderful looking sheep!
What's a flockbook? A nationwide registration scheme containing ear tags etc of the sheep?
Wonderful looking sheep!
What's a flockbook? A nationwide registration scheme containing ear tags etc of the sheep?
Yes... Often worldwide, it lists all members pedigree animals that come up to standard and have known parentage. If there is a lapse because owners dont register then very often the sheep can be checked and added to an appendix, and after maybe two generations of quality lambs the progeny can be entered into full flockbook. The breed society maintains the books. Rare breeds without their own society come under the umbrella of the Rare Breed Survival Trust
Thanks Elaine :D