Product Ref: BV82
An Introduction to Keeping Sheep is a much acclaimed guide packed full of detailed information and solid, sensible advice with descriptive line drawings and superb colour photographs. The contents include what type of sheep to buy, which breed to buy (with a comprehensive guide to each), buying and where to buy, housing, fencing, learning how to handle your sheep, care of both the flock and the breeding flock as wells as basic veterinary advice and a shepherds calendar. Paperback 208 pagesNormal Price £12.99Now £6.49
Product Ref: BV149
This comprehensive guide to training the Border Collie both for agricultural work and competitive world of sheep dog trialling is written by two successful internationally acclaimed triallers. This fully illustrated book is the key to understanding this unique breed and to developing a perfect partner, workmate and companion.PaperbackNormal Price £12.99Now £8.99
Product Ref: BV232
A practical guide to keeping and breeding sheep for the small flock owner. Factual, sensible and as up to date as possible.Normal Price £9.99Now £5.99
Product Ref: BV157
Written for those new to sheep, this gives clear guidance as to what is involved, what initial decisions need to be made, and how much land and equipment are needed.It describes the tasks involved in sheep husbandry, with advice on when and how to carry out the tasks. Suggestions are made as to how difficulties can be avoided by working with the natural instincts of sheep. The author is Secretary of the British Icelandic Sheep Breeders' Group and an experienced sheep farmer.List of ContentsPreface Introduction Sheep-keeping systems Breeds Grazing, housing, equipment and handling Husbandry tasks Common infections and parasites Feeding Weaning, tupping, early and mid-pregnancy Late pregnancy and lambing Lamb care from birth to marketing Problems at lambing Wool Agricultural and sheep shows Regulations References and further information Glossary Index paperback
Product Ref: BV267
Derel Scrimgeour on choosing and training a young dog for farm work using his highly acclaimed method of sheepdog training. 150 minutes
