Sheep shearing is a popular activity in the industry, there is no doubt about it. If the shearing is done in summer, the wool grows before winter. As a result, summer is a peak season for summer.

But did you know you had to take extra care of the sheep during this season? Heat is a concern for the sheep because their wool also provides warmth. It is important to know how you should look after the sheep in summer.

Many farms sell lambs for good prices before Christmas, and it is not possible to grow lambs on dried pastures. On the other hand, farmers make the mistake of keeping late-born lambs that grow up to be stunted. In this case, they may require fly and drench treatments. Selling them off early seems to be a cost-effective option.

With the ewes left, you need to check their health. You can only keep them if they are in a good condition for the coming years. Also, the Sheep Welfare Code mandates that sheep should be shorn every year.

Of course, there is a lot to learn and unlearn about how to take care of sheep in summer. We have jotted down a few ideas, let’s check out below.

  • Be on the lookout for flystrike
  • Go for the most effective drench when de-worming
  • Better to get rid of sheep costing time and money
  • Talk to the shearer about the wool condition
  • Shear when the wool is 100mm long
  • Keep the sheep away from stray dogs

In the end, sheep require extra care in summer – just like any other season. You need to keep them on a constant watch as per their requirement. Also, keep an eye on rams as they tend to run with ewes.

If you have any other tips on how to look after sheep in summer, please let us know in the comment section.