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When is a ewe on heat?

Updated: 8/9/2023
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11y ago

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Depending on the breed. "Seasonal" breeders will begin to cycle in August to September when the days start to get longer and cooler. "Non-seasonal" breeders can cycle throughout the year.

Some breeds of sheep will begin to cycle at 3-4 months of age while others will not cycle until over 1 yr of age. A ewe should not be bred until she has achieved 70% of her projected adult weight and/or be older than a year old at time of lambing.

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12y ago

You could an ultrasound done, do a ballotment or wait five months and see if she lambs.

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15y ago

Late winter to early summer.

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About every 17 days.

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