Sheep Day

The craft of sheep herding

The craft of sheep herding is an age-old profession in which the shepherd is responsible for herding and caring for a flock of sheep. The size of a flock can vary greatly: from a few dozen to several hundred sheep. Sheep dogs play a crucial role in the sheep herder’s work. These dogs are trained to help manage and protect the herd. They respond to commands from the shepherd and can effectively round up sheep and give them direction. Popular breeds for this task are, for example, the Border Collie and the Australian Shepherd.

A versatile natural product

Sheep are usually sheared once a year, often in the spring prior to the warmer months. This helps the animals stay comfortable in the summer.

Sheep’s wool is a versatile natural product that is used for many purposes. You can do a lot with sheep’s wool. You can check all that out too. Wool from a sheep is very greasy, so it must first be washed before it can be further processed. After shearing, the wool is washed, combed, and spun into yarn. This yarn can then be used for knitting or weaving clothing, blankets, and other textile products. Wool is prized for its durability, warmth, and water-repellent properties. It is also used for felt and insulation materials.

Children are put to work and can weave, spin and knit themselves.