10 Cold Weather Tips for Sheep and Goats!

10 Cold Weather Tips for Sheep and Goats! In this video, Tim talks about raising sheep and goats in cold temperatures! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
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[@hamzaahadaf4399]

Thank you my teacher

[@kimc5048]

You just put my mind at rest lol Here in north Texas we're having serriously cold weather right now , its not normal here, I was worried I should enclose my goats/sheep because like yours mine have lean to shelters. Now after watching this I can sleep lol

[@LinessaFarms]

I would say this is one of the most common mistakes people make with good intentions. We are glad you were able to watch our video. Thank you for your feedback and we hope it warms up there soon!

[@conniejones5729]

This was great. I am new to sheep and this is my first snow with them.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you for watching our videos!

[@GetMeThere1]

Terrific info. Thanks!!

[@LinessaFarms]

Thanks for watching our videos and thanks for the kind words. We appreciate it.

[@wrightcabin4132]

Thanks for the tips 👍😀

[@LinessaFarms]

Thanks for watching our videos!

[@lesliejacobs3002]

Here in Lander Wyoming..new to sheep.. just had 26 inches of snow end of November..shock to me.. they had NO intention of walking out in the snow..! Had to dig them out of their open 8 x 8 ( 3 ewes)..shed.. did that and finally plowed out a 8 feet wide path way around their 1/2 acre fenced pasture. Feeding hay.. and they seem to be healthy.

[@LinessaFarms]

Wow! Thats a lot of snow! Thanks for sharing your experience and thanks for watching.

[@duitmyself]

Adorable kids

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you very much!

[@kingbb6181]

Watched all ur videos,they r all helpful and interesting,what causes respiratory disease in sheep

[@LinessaFarms]

Hello and thanks for watching our videos. Respiratory disease in sheep is usually caused by bacteria or viruses. In most cases it is a bacteria that is allowed to grow due to poor ventilation or other stressors on the sheep. While keeping your sheep confined to a small warm area during the colder months might seem like the right thing to do, the added moisture in the are and warmer temps can put them at increased risk for respiratory diseases such as pneumonia.
Fresh air and plenty of it, even when bitterly cold, is always better for the health of your sheep than being in confinement. Shearing your sheep prior to winter can significantly cut down on pneumonia as well as the wool tends to trap moisture.

[@conniejones5729]

Do you have a video about predators. I had my first lamb killed and am in turmoil on how to keep them safe.

[@LinessaFarms]

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Sorry about your predator problems. You may end up having to invest in a livestock guardian dog. Keep us posted!

[@LinessaFarms]

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Here is a link for you about livestock guardian dogs as well.

[@laryssapetersen6267]

You mentioned ammonia levels, can you expand a little on that? :)

[@LinessaFarms]

Laryssa, thank you for the question. This is a complicated subject and a very common mistake in new and old sheep and goat breeders. If you have ever been to a closed barn before, walking in can take your breath away. Ammonia is a naturally occurring byproduct of animal waste and concentrations of the gas tend to be highest closer to the ground. In open air/well ventilated structures, the gas dissipates quickly and animals are exposed to very small amounts of the gas which usually causes few problems. In confined spaces, the ammonia gas can build up and cause respiratory issues for the animals. The danger in ammonia is not that it displaces oxygen like carbon monoxide or other gases, the danger is that is causes inflammation and irritation to the soft membranes of the lungs. Irritation and inflammation causes increased mucous production and then spirals out of control into issues like pneumonia. Sheep and goats have very sensitive respiratory systems as they are designed to be outside in fresh air. Most producers that make the mistake of confining their animals will run into recurring pneumonia. Also keep in mind, chronic pneumonia and bronchitis can lead to long term health consequences as well. Hopefully this answered your question. Remember, as along as you have good air circulation, you will be fine!