Sheep: Small-scale Sheep Keeping for Pleasure and ProfitSheep offers both neophyte and seasoned sheep keepers a wealth of information for healthy, thriving flocks. Readers get advice straight from the farm - together with detailed charts, a comprehensive glossary, tips from hobby shepherds, and fun sheep trivia. Whether they are being kept as pets or a business venture, sheep are winning additions to any small-scale farm. |
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Introduction Why Sheep? | |
Chapter Two Buying the Right Sheep for You 25 | |
Chapter Three Housing Feeding and Guarding Your New Flock 37 | |
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