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If you raise sheep, you know that the weeks leading up to breeding season are a whirlwind. You're thinking about mating pairs, flushing schedules, and about a dozen other things at once. But here's something that often gets overlooked, have you ever thought about jump-starting your ewes' cycles before the breeding rams even enter the picture? If you haven't heard of a teaser ram before, stick around. This is one of those quiet game-changers that experienced producers swear by. So, what...

Written for Montana Wool Grower Magazine By Jeannine Peterson, DVM As summer fades and the temperature drops, sheep producers face a critical window: rebuild ewe body condition in the fall—or pay for it through winter. What happens between September and November can make or break your flock’s success for the next lambing season. By late fall, ewes should be in their best shape to face the challenges of winter and the demands of breeding. Once cold weather settles in, putting weight back on...

A thorough Breeding Soundness Examination (BSE) is a crucial component of effective bull and herd management. At True North Veterinary...