Evaluating Newborn Lambs

In today's episode of our daily sheep farming vlog at Ewetopia Farms, we are thrilled to introduce you to a delightful pair of twin Dorset ram lambs. These adorable lambs were born without any assistance from us, showcasing the natural instincts of their mother. We carefully transferred them from the lambing pen to the bonding jugs, where they were nourished, and their navel cords were treated with iodine to prevent any bacterial infections. The application of iodine not only acts as a disinfectant but also aids in the quick drying of the cord. These lambs truly exemplify the qualities we strive for in our breeding program, and we take the time to discuss their exceptional attributes.
Additionally, we provide an update on our Suffolk lambs, who have started consuming creep feed. You'll also get a glimpse of the Dorset lambs enjoying their favorite pastime - playing on their jumping box. While tending to our lambs in the barn, we address some holes under the feeders that mischievous lambs were using as an escape route. Furthermore, we share the latest developments regarding our orphan lamb and provide insights into our decision-making process regarding the removal of the prolapse harness from our ewe, who recently experienced a prolapse.
Join us as we carry out our daily chores and keep you informed about the well-being of all our lambs. #SheepFarming #DorsetLambs #ewetopiafarms
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Lynn McKay & Arnie Droogh
3606 6th Concession Road
Kingston (Joyceville), Ontario
K0H 1Y0

[@Denise-zm2zs]

I just love all of your videos! I can’t wait to wake up and have my coffee and watch your Vlogs. It takes my mind off of my Cancer and makes my day ahead sooooo much better!🥰. Thank you soooooo much for sharing your lives with us!

[@claymonsterpottery]

Same for me except for the cancer. Sorry you have to go though that and I hope you’re cancer free very soon. ❤

[@cindyboard7816]

Prayers for you!!🙏

[@debwoods6011]

I love watching also. Prayers for you

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Thank you, I'm glad it brings you happiness and comfort during tough times. Here's wishing you a speedy and full recovery!🥰

[@KateMedland]

😂 how many of us are saying, "Maisie Arnie. Her name is Maisie " Another great video. Thanks for sharing the barn with us.

[@jocastaguyon6857]

Yes! Also I was saying it for Little Mister! 😂

[@EwetopiaFarms]

He never remembers names!!😆

[@justinanovak8040]

😂

[@JuvieJones]

Kammys lamb is the cutest!!

[@debwoods6011]

Forgot to say hi. And I think yall are awesome loving farmers.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Thank you! And, hi!!🥰

[@claymonsterpottery]

I have zero sheep expertise but I’d be very tempted to remove the harness and see what she does. You could do when when you’re around and if she tries to prolapse again you could put it back on. It’s neat to see Arnie get comfortable with using the camera.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Stay tuned! It's coming off 🙂

[@justinanovak8040]

No idea about the prolapse…I’d be checking with my vet...but Arnie and Lynn have tons of experience. Certainly agree about Arnie and his acclimation to vlogging.

[@rhondamitchell5892]

Goodmorning ,lambs are looking good growing like wild wow theres still alot of momas to birth.Have a great weekend. Wet and cold from Tennessee.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Yes, we aren't even halfway yet!

[@scootytamra]

I bet Glad and the boys love being in the coveralls in the thick fluffy straw and being around all the ewes and lambs, it's a ram vacation!🥰😃😄

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Yes, I think it's a little treat for them 🙂

[@scootytamra]

AWW I love the sound Mr.Raven makes when he's in the barn! That's awesome he's thining the pigeon population down. Love it!

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Yes, he is being very helpful this winter

[@patriciaruppert201]

Good afternoon Arnie and Lynn. Going to feel like Florida hey. 🤣🤣🤣Cammy’s lamb certainly comes when she calls and so pretty. Look at them nibbling at the meal coming up with it on the muzzle. And they enjoy playing king of the hill. One day and the barn dried out. Amazing. Well I guess the raven is helping with pigeon control. The lambs are like little kids going where they think it is an adventure. Cinnamon rolls yummy. My favorite. A couple of nice sons from Hamish. Very active fellas. And it is interesting to hear what you look for in your sheep. Bottle baby was telling Arnie he wants a bottle. Nothing like skating out to the coverall. The rams are spending a snuggly time this winter and they are not complaining. A great video today. Big big hugs to you both. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😉😉❤️❤️❤️

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Thanks Patricia 🥰 🥰🥰🥰

[@raeboyd5596]

For the last four hours I've watched the shorts, the one where she is out in the pasture calling the pups played over and over while I cooked dinner, watched more shorts and this video that I missed. I just 💕💕💕 your videos. Everything from the lambs to the marshmallow corridor to the lush green grass, the loving nature of the rams, all of your pretty decorations on the porch and lawn, the precious moments you film like the raven stealing pigeon eggs or a mama jumping with the lambs, the ring around the hay bales, the slow motion shots and my favorite of him walking a ram thru your beautiful house! ..just all the moments in time that you might not realize is why we never bore of what you feel are mundane chores. I love you guys! ❤❤

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Wow, thank you so much! I don't think people really know I post shorts too - although not nearly so often - but I appreciate you going through them all. If you follow me on Instagram too, I have way more reels on there. ❤❤

[@pathowes32]

Another great video, Arnie and Lynn. Thank for all your work.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Thanks so much Pat for your continued support 🙂

[@cindyboard7816]

Good Saturday morning guys!! I know you were glad to see that bitter cold pass!! The radar looks like you have had plenty of moisture in the days past. Here in Kentucky, we are rather soggy, but we need the rain, so no room for complaining!😂 Those were 2 humdingers Arnie was discussing. I read in the comments that the mother with the mastitis is feeding with the one good udder. Is it possible that her next lambing the udder will function? Or does that generally mean the udder is gone from here on out? Thanks for sharing your days with us!! Stay safe!!🙏❤

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Once an udder is gone, it never comes back which is why farmers pay so much attention to udder health

[@bohammarberg4072]

Good morning! 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@JABn4e]

Peek a boo with 632 😂 way too cute to handle on a Saturday morning. How is the ewe that had a bloody half udder? THANK YOU!

[@EwetopiaFarms]

She has half an udder now. The bloody half dried up.

[@LavenderLushLuxury]

Good Morning 💙🤍💙

[@istvanfilep8186]

Gyönyörű állomány❤❤❤❤

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Thank you 🙂

[@530eman]

Good morning Do you supplement all new lambs with colostrum or was there a reason you did the 2 males…? Thx

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We do them all if we can. We discuss reasons for this in great detail if you are interested in our videos over the last month 🙂

[@530eman]

@@EwetopiaFarmsI’ll do a search, thanks…!

[@justinanovak8040]

Yeh they do a real nice job in getting the newborn lambs off to a solid start.

[@kazholt1]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@tammykaltreider]

♥️

[@justinanovak8040]

I don’t remember you using the rams to help heat the coveralls in past winters…they spent the winter in their normal pen I thought. Is this because you’ve reduced the # of sheep, reducing number of the crosses to more just purebreds? Or reducing the number of breeding sessions? Or am I just completely mis-remembering?

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We always have some barn space but just always kept the rams outdoors but this year we had a couple limping due to wet conditions so I thought, hey why can't they come indoors until we need the space. So, just never considered it before 😁

[@justinanovak8040]

You’ve made quite a few improvements this year!

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We try to make improvements every year. We're getting there!😁

[@kristinbryant6669]

There's where you made your mistake Arnie As soon as you think sheep won't do something, they prove you wrong.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Every time!😆

[@justinanovak8040]

I think that’s animals and children in general. 😂

[@OleRustyTractor]

Do you use headlamps very often when it cold? We do but would like to get away from them if possible

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We never use them. The key is to get the lamb dry quickly. Usually after we feed them, if it's cold, we lay them down with a hot water bottle and a towel draped over top. Usually they are dry within half an hour. Once dry, cold doesn't really affect healthy, nursing lambs. However, if they are weaker, a jacket works perfectly like on our little orphan

[@OleRustyTractor]

@@EwetopiaFarms appreciate it , we will give that a try. We have a group lambing right now and hate having lamps on inside a barn.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We don't like heat lamps for many reasons. Good luck 🙂

[@gregedmand9939]

Do you ring your Tup lambs, or leave them intact like Sandi does? I've wondered at the different approach to that, between producers like Cammy who does. Do they grow to lamb market weight faster if left intact, or is there another reason to risk unwanted ram behaviour?

[@EwetopiaFarms]

We don't ring them. We sell mainly breeding stock so we need everyone intact

[@gregedmand9939]

@@EwetopiaFarms Thanks for the education! The three of you are so different in how you operate and what you focus on, that I find it all very fascinating. It's not a contest for viewers but you compliment each other, very well for fans. It's truly amazing how different farming operations can be. My only related experience, has been with Thoroughbred and Harness horses.

[@EwetopiaFarms]

@gregedmand9939 yes, although we are all sheep farmers, we are all very different and are focusing on different things. Glad you're enjoying the variety!

[@nicoleb4252]

What lambing formula do you use for your lambs?

[@EwetopiaFarms]

Grober

[@KS-ip5xn]

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