[Jacob-list] loupy

[ARTHUR PARTRIDGE]

Remember, the ewe that was called "loupy" and/or "loopy" is a yearling.  I
have noticed that the lambs and yearlings are extremely wild and then the
sheep mellow out the older they get.  I remember once I cornered four
wethered lambs and as I approached, hunched over to grab one or two. they
all jumped right over me and ran off.  I didn't get hit, but it sure
surprised me.  I should wear a helmet when I corner young Jacobs!!  My old
gals of 12- and 13-years old lead well on a halter, by me, and come up to
me when I'm in the paddock.  The younger sheep are the opposite.  When I
lead (more like pull) yearlings and younger sheep they are like Mexican
jumping beans or they try and lie down flat.  I think it is wonderful that
there are those of you who work with the youngsters and can show them by
using a halter and lead.  It must take a lot of work.  I do like my bottle
babies, they are tame and friendly, but they don't like to be led around
with lead and halter.  At least they don't jump around and lie down.

Cathy
Moscow, Idaho