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Bookmark or Share- Shetland sheep - WikipediaShetland sheep. The Shetland is a small, wool-producing breed of sheep originating in the Shetland Isles, Scotland, but is now also kept in many other parts of the world. It is part of the Northern European short-tailed sheep group, and it is closely related to the extinct Scottish Dunface.
- History of the Breed | The Breed | Shetland Sheep Society4500 Years Ago. There is archaeological evidence that primitive sheep of the Soay type were kept in Britain by early Neolithic farmers over 4500 years ago. Horns of the Soay type were found during the excavation of Jarlshof, a noted prehistoric site on Shetland.
- Shetland Sheep - The Livestock ConservancyShetland sheep are calm, docile, intelligent, and have a charming disposition. Some are even said to wag their tails when petted. Their retained primitive survival instincts make them an easy-care breed. The Shetland breed is especially prized for its wool, which is fine, soft, and strong.
- Raising Shetland Sheep: Guide to Starting a FlockA flock of Shetland sheep at Wild Air Farm in Bolton, Massachusetts enjoying a beautiful spring day. This small, hardy, heritage sheep breed is a great choice for a small farm, whether you’re interested in a few sheep as pets, and/or a source of fiber, meat, or even milk. The soft but slightly crisp feel, and the rich variety of natural ...
- Shetland Wool | The Breed | Shetland Sheep SocietySeptember 22, 1790. Shetland Sheep have for generations been noted for their very soft and well crimped fleece. The wool is the finest of all native breeds and shows an amazing variety of colours and markings. There are 11 main whole colours and 30 recognised patterns and markings.
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