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Lambing 101 - what to expect when you are expecting...lambs!

Lambing 101 - what to expect when you are expecting...lambs!

FromThe Sheep Show podcast


Lambing 101 - what to expect when you are expecting...lambs!

FromThe Sheep Show podcast

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Length:
42 minutes
Released:
Jul 5, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Welcome to the first of many podcast episodes over the next few weeks on lambing. In this episode we explore how most lambs present, normal presentation. We look at pre, during and post lambing aspects that account for 95% of the lambs born. In Lambing 101 we cover:Sheep gestationWhat sort of protein/feed requirements do pregnant and lactation ewes haveHow to tell if a sheep is pregnant What is 'bagging up'?How to tell if a sheep is in labourHow long does sheep labour last and what are the stagesDifferences with pregnant maiden ewes versus older more mature ewesThe lambing processHow to prepare for lambing - what do you need to have on hand Preventing lambing issues and managing ewe health First signs of labourHow long should labour last When to intervene How does a healthy lamb behave straight after birth How to foster lambs onto ewesTips on preventing mastitis Udder health What to do with your rams when you are lambing Pros and cons of lambing inside versus outsideTypical lamb behaviour 
Released:
Jul 5, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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