[Jacob-list] "Still waters"

[Thomas Simmons]

I have a small run-off stream that flows through the barnyard, and the sheep
have to cross it to get the pasture.  They *always* use a small
"hoof-bridge" rather then get their feet wet (although some are strong
enough to bound across it, and will).

However, much to the chagrin of your preacher, I will tell you that they
drink from the flowing water all winter ....

Thom
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Just learned something neat about my sheep at church!

The Psalm "The Lord is my Shepherd......He leadeth my beside the still
waters...." refers to the fact that sheep will not drink from moving water,
but must have pools of water in order to survive.

Is this true?

We have always had "still" water, but are expanding into an area that has a
creek.  So I never thought about this before.  Will they use the creek for
water, or should we plan on having watering troughs?  Also, will they cross
the creek (get their feet wet), or use the bridge?  Just curious on that
one.  I have one cow that uses a bridge, and the other won't go near it.
(Separate pastures - same creek)

It's so wonderful to have someone to ask!  Thanks.

Kathey
Athens, GA
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