[Jacob-list] FW: Question......

[Sue Roenke]

Different breeders look for different qualities depending on what they like or desire.  Some like 4 or more horns, some two, some like a great fleece, some like the markings. Across the pond, they seem to be looking for something to compete with "regular" sheep...LOL It is really all individual which will help preserve the breed better than if everyone is breeding for the "ideal."
Sue (Marie's mom)
Spot Hollow Farm
www.freewebs.com/spothollowfarm



From: im-rapunzil at hotmail.com
To: jacob-list at jacobsheep.com
Date: Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:12:40 -0400
Subject: [Jacob-list] Question......








Now I'm asking this question because I'm new to Jacobs - NOT trying to be a smartass.

 

As I understand it, the purpose of breeding Jacobs isn't for the show ring; rather breed preservation.  My reason for getting into Jacobs is because its a Heritage breed and I want to help it flourish.

 

We hold our Jacob sheep dear for their primitiveness.  So my question is:  What are we breeding Jacobs for if not a most ideal specimen?

 

Are those "Other" sheep breeders not striving for the ideal applicable to their breeds purpose i.e. meat, milk, wool?

 

And how would anyone know what an "ideal" Jacob specimen is supposed to be?  Let's consider its a primitive breed established well before our time......  What exactly is this primitive breed supposed to be?  Who is the Authority of what aspects of primitiveness is good, and what is bad?

 

Does someone have "The Ancient Handbook of Jacob Breeding" they'd like to share?  

 

I know of some folks on here that have both Jacob and the "other" sheep.  I'd like to read the take they have on this.  Actually, I'm anxious to hear EVERYONES take on it!

 

Looking forward to your replies.

 

Cindy

Stone Hollow Farm
 
You live by writing your poems on a farm
and call that farming.


 










 		 	   		  

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