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Depends on what farm your talking about.

The vast majority would be no though. Sheep usually like it when they are shaved. Imagine walked around with 3 times your weight of on your back.

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What are sheep's fur called?

its Called Sheet Not Slheet Or The S Word Its Sheet Im'a Farmer


For what purposes sheep are reared?

Sheep are primarily reared for their wool, meat, and milk. Wool is commonly used in textiles and clothing manufacturing, while sheep meat, known as lamb or mutton, is a popular source of protein in many diets. Sheep milk is also used to make various dairy products such as cheese and yogurt.


What do sheep give us?

Sheep give us wool, which is used to make clothing, blankets, and other textiles. Sheep also provide us with meat for consumption, as well as lanolin, which is a waxy substance used in cosmetics and skincare products. Additionally, sheep can be used for milk production.


What products are made from sheep?

Sheep provide wool, meat, leather, and lanolin. Wool is the most common product, used in making clothing, carpets, and blankets. Sheep meat, known as lamb or mutton, is a popular food source in many cultures. Sheep leather is also used in making various products such as shoes and bags. Lanolin, a wax obtained from sheep's wool, is used in cosmetics and skincare products.


Why doesn't sheep shrink?

AnswerRain water isn't hot. Sheep have lanolin all over the fleece to prevent it from getting really wet. The natural oils prevent the wool fibers from 'snagging' with other fibers. Sheep's wool is much looser then the tight knits used in threads to make material.AnswerNo, sheep do not shrink in the rain. Sheep secrete what is called Lanolin, this substance covers the wool and creates a waterproof covering over the wool. Wool is not subject to shrinking until it is woven tightly and free from the Sheep's source of Lanolin.AnswerBecause they are flesh and blood, not made out of wool. And wool only shrinks if it is woven tightly together into fabric. Sheep also secrete a substance, called lanolin, which covers the wool and makes it waterproof.AnswerThey don't shrink until after you've thrown them in the dryer.