| RegisteredYe Olde "Babydoll" Southdown Sheep Babydoll Southdowns are one of the oldest known sheep. They originated in the South Down Hills of Sussex, England, and imported to the U.S in the 1800s. In 1990s, small flocks of the original South- downs were discovered and labeled Olde English "Babydol" Southdown sheep. They are a hardy, easily managed breed enjoyed by children and adults alike. They are perfect for todays smaller acreage hobby farms. |
| Spinnakees' Yarn/Fiber Arts Store: Open: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 2 pm to 6 pm. Please call to ensure we are home as we are a busy farm 622-5343. Come see our new yarns, products, kits and fiber for all artists. Ask me how to wrap raw Angora around your yarn to make a neat fluffy look! |
| ~Spinnakees' Farm Show Schedule~ Boothbay Common Shows summer 2010 Maine Fiber Frolic 210 Common Ground Fair 9/19/20/21/10 Artistree November 28/29/30/2010 These are high quality craft/art shows. |
| This is Woody my newest ram. Isn't he handsome. He came with a wonderful fleece and he has the "Babydoll" smile and body type. Very nice addition to my flock. We are very excited with the idea of using him this coming winter in our breeding program. |
| Spinnakees' Farm Augusta, ME |
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| 2006 Scrapies enrolled |
| 2010 Lamb prices ~~~~~ ewes ~ $600 Rams ~ $600 wethers ~ $250 Interesting note: We have kept our prices the same for the last 3 years. We have tested for OPP. We give CD&T & Rabies shots yearly, test for CL before introducing new members to our flock and worm when needed. The "Babydolls" seem to have a high resistance to parisites as they are a primitive breed. Our flock is also Scrapie tagged, which is the law if you are buying animals from instate or out of state. We request a $100 deposit to hold any of our animals. So far with the quality and investment we have made in our animals sales have been very good for us. Just remember to start small and make sure you want to make the commitment in these wonderful animals. They are herd animals and need to be with at least one more of their own breed. Also consider a tour to give you an idea of what the work entails. Maybe pick a day when hooves are being trimmed or shots are being administered? |
| Spinnakees' Farm Augusta, Maine (207) 622-5343 spinnakees@yahoo.com No images may be reproduced without permission. copyright Spinnakees' Farm 2005 |
| Spinnakees' Farm feeding our sheep up to our barn. Feeding on the snowbank and away from their usual feeders makes them exercise, which is important with lambs growing inside them. January 25, 2009. |
| This is Hazel with newborn ram lamb "Hercules" He is Roy Orbs son! |
| "Knitting Babes" meet Wednesday evenings 6 to 8 pm at Spinnakees' Farm. Coffee, companionship and ideas shared. We try a new project each month. We recently needled felted a wool sachet filled with Balsam! |
