[Jacob-list] Temperament

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Hi Barbara,
                   As others have said - pick your sheep carefully, spend 
time with them and maintain a calm and confident disposition around them (not 
always easy!). I would add - do not take on an over-friendly ram lamb or ram 
under any circumstances - go for one that maintains a little distance.
       Interestingly, my show sheep - the ones with "presence" are always the 
last to be caught up...in spite of all the handling. My most friendly ewe 
will stand motionless and unrestrained in the field while I check her over, 
trim her feet etc. Nervous insane ewes in general pass on their temperaments 
to their offspring - you'll know one when you meet one!! Enjoy your 
Jacobs...don't wait too long...

Trisha M-S
Marmont Jacobs, Montgomeryshire, Wales