[Jacob-list] Fat Ewe

[Robin Lynde]

I wouldn't put her on a diet now. Wait until after she lambs. 
Robin Lynde
Meridian Jacobs
Vacaville, CA 
www.meridianjacobs.com 
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  From: Gotothewhip at aol.com 
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  Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 4:45 PM
  Subject: [Jacob-list] Fat Ewe


  Got a quick Question.  We purchased a larger framed ewe this year.  She is primarily from  Primitave looking individuals.  Her due date according to the Ultrasound is Friday.

  We sheared last weekend... and realized how incredibly FAT, OBESE and OVERCONDITIONED this ewe is.

  She is carrying a single lamb.

  She has Rolls around her tail of blubber, and has a double tail.She is the only one in my flock like this at all!  After shearing, there are a few of mine that could use a little extra groceries.. NOT THIS ONE!

  This is not good for her being close to lambing.. add to the fact she is having a single, and Im scared!

  She is slowly bagging up, and does not appear to be as close as the ultrasound indicated.  All my other ewes that have 1-2 weeks look more "ready" than Dot.

  I don't want to cut her feed back too drastically with her this close to her lambing date.... 


  Just really curious  as far as any complications I should look for (other than a MONSTER lamb) and how I should proceed feeding this individual. 

  I'm considering putting her in a jug early, so I can control her feed a bit more.

  Jennifer Tucker
  Moose Mtn Ranch
  Bennett, CO





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