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 20
10

Maine Fiber Frolic
210

Common Ground Fair 9/19/20/21/
10

Artistree  November 28/29/30/2
010

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
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

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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!