Wool Sheep

Husbandry guide by Stablemaster Aldwyn Bridger

Classification: Livestock
Size: Medium
Lifespan: 10-12 years

Description

Sheep provide wool for clothing, meat for sustenance, and milk for cheese. They graze marginal land unsuitable for crops, converting grass into valuable resources. Large flocks paint hillsides white across the realm.

Temperament

Gregarious and timid, following the flock instinctively. Easily panicked by predators. Require protection from wolves and other threats.

Care Requirements

Need grazing land with shelter options. Shearing required at least annually. Susceptible to various parasites and foot problems. Dogs essential for managing larger flocks.

Products

Wool sheared annually for textiles. Meat prized for its flavor. Milk makes distinctive cheeses. Lanolin from wool used in ointments and leather treatment.