Stockman Tips

August and September can be the toughest feeding time for club lambs and goats. The heat and high energy show rations can lead to animals backing off from their feed, because of gut health issues. See this list of supportives to help get those show lambs and goats back on track.

Ring Worm prevention is important, if you are attending non-terminal practice shows. Ring Out by Flex Tran Inc. is a wonderful product to ensure your show animals are protected. Follow their easy two step process, and let their products do the rest.

Omega is fortified with a full array of cutting edge pre, pro and post biotics for optimal gut health and immunity protection. With its chelated micro minerals and superior amino acid composition, Omega can get the most out of your animals genetic potential.

New Arrivals/Post Weaning- Straight Alpha 30 to 45 days.

July 1st- 50/50 mix Alpha/Omega.

Sept. 1- 3/4 Omega/ 1/4 Alpha.

The key to feeding Southdowns is staying on top of fat cover and not getting behind. All lambs feed differently, and “a one size fits all” is not the choice program with a pen of Southdowns. Each lamb must be carefully evaluated for condition and maturity over the feeding period, and feed choices and supplement decisions should be implemented on an individual basis.

Treatment and preventive measures to help keep your sheep or goats from bloating. 

The Jacoby’s Alpha Show Feed for Sheep and Goats is a great option to get your new prospect lambs and kids started on. This complete feed is a great starter developer for any breed of sheep or goat being fed for the show ring.

1. DO wrap your medium wools, Southdowns, finewool crosses and Finewools. (Non-negotiable if you want that top tier show ring presence.) 

The first five steps into the show ring are a critical part of the showing process.

Showmanship development in the sheep and goat barn can be enhanced with the proper equipment and training schedule.

With many county shows in the books and major shows coming up quickly, don't forget the importance of keeping that hide smooth and fresh as you make that final shearing on your major show lambs.

If you’re from West Texas, the Panhandle, North Texas or far East Texas then chances are good, your trip to one or more major shows this year, is measured in hours and not in minutes to your destination.

Feeders-- Don’t let worms pressure your young lambs from getting off to a good start. Managing parasites is of vital importance and your choices are many in the products to use. 

Wet feeding is a great tool for your club lamb toolbox!

Everyone knows the importance of water in basic animal husbandry, right? While it is basic and elementary animal science, it just happens to be one of the most overlooked and under valued part of livestock production.

Twin lamb and kid disease is the #1 most costly metabolic disorder of sheep and goats. Prevention measures were discussed in my last article.