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Beginning Shepherd's Manual (Paperback)

~ (Author), Mark Aseltine (Author), Gerald Kennedy (Author) "Becoming a shepherd means taking on an ancient tradition in a modern setting that is not always hospitable..." (more)
Key Phrases: purebred industry, lambing program, lambing average, American Sheep Industry Association, United States, Mary Ann (more...)

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From selecting breeds and buying equipment through wool production and cooking with lamb, this is a clear and practical introduction to shepherding for the 4-H novice, the hobby shepherd, or the production farmer starting a new enterprise.

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Paperback: 207 pages
Publisher: Iowa State University Press; 2nd edition (March 30, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 081382799X
ISBN-13: 978-0813827995
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces

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Amazon.com Sales Rank: #761,539 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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purebred industry, lambing program, lambing average, selecting ewes, western ewes, replacement ewes, lambing area, vibrionic abortion, sheep producers, club lambs, beginning shepherd, purebred sheep, lambing period, lamb council, ewe breeds, market lambs, lamb crop, nursing lambs, experienced shepherds, sheep operation, enzootic abortion, purebred breeder, range flocks, blackface sheep, lambing pens

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American Sheep Industry Association, United States, Mary Ann, General Procedures Provide, Border Leicester, Iowa State University Cooperative Extension Service, New Mexico, Randy Irwin, Denver Lamb, Mid-States Livestock Supplies, National Resource Council, World War, Allen Whiting, Mid West Plan Service, The Sheep Production Handbook

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Nutrient Requirements of Sheep (Nutrient Requirements of Domestic Animals) by National Research Council on page 63, and page 69
Louisiana State University - College Prowler Guide (College Prowler: Louisiana State University Off the Record) by College Prowler in Back Matter
Practical Guide to Sheep Disease Management by Norman Gates on page 97
Veterinary Book for Sheep Farmers by David C. Henderson on page 97

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book for Absolute Beginners, May 12, 2000

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Please note -- This book is exactly what the title says -- a BEGINNING shepherd's manual. If, like me, you are a beginner, you'll appreciate the clear and consise language the author uses to explain sheep and various aspects of sheep production. After reading this book, you'll know what questions to ask if you're considering raising a small flock. A more advanced book on the subject is "Raising Sheep the Modern Way," which delves into more details, and which I thoroughly recommend.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beginning Shepherd's Manual, July 14, 2007

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A must-read! This book is full of good advice. If you want to raise sheep, read this book so you can better enjoy your flock!!

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