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A lamb is a sheep until it is one year old. After than it is called a hogget and then Mutton. (Although there is no definitive classification)
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What was the Old English Sheepdog bred for?
Herding Livestock in England (obviously) I've heard it said that they were bred to herd Old English Sheep! They still are bred to herd sheep In England, some also herd Livestock such as Cattle and Poultry!
What was the Shetland Sheepdog first bred for?
They were first bred to herd sheep.
Why were collies bred in Scotland?
Collies were bred to herd sheep for farmers because they found it really hard. Border collies were originally bred in Scotland and England. So they were bred to help herd sheep and sometimes cattle but usually just sheep as they are smaller and sheep will usually run away but a cow might chase and hurt the dog.
What was the Pomeranian first bred for?
as sheep herders
What happens when you cross a cow and a sheep?
Nothing - cattle and sheep cannot be cross-bred.
What was the Norwegian Buhund first bred for?
as a shepherd for the sheep
What was the Australian Shepherd originally bred to herd?
sheep
What are suffolks used for?
Suffolk Sheep are a large meat breed sheep but are sometimes bred for the wool.
How are German shepherds helpful?
They were originally bred to procect sheep
Is it possible for sheep to have horns?
Yes some breeds of sheep have horns other breeds of sheep have been bred to have no horns ie they are polled
For what purpose was the German Shepherd originally bred?
To Heard Sheep And Cattle
How long before sheep can be bred after giving birth?
After 3 months
