Wensleydale are a long wool breed with a super high lanolin sheen. For more info on the breed, check out wensleydalesheep.org/ 0:00 Intro 0:43 Shearing 4:30 Check Out The Sheep 4:54 Check Out The Fleece 6:36 Weight Of The Fleece
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@jeaniefenner33864 ай бұрын
Love, love, LOVE watching your gentle shearing technique! Keep them coming!
@cindyrissal362810 ай бұрын
The "making things naked thing"...🤣🤣🤣 Im glad she had a healthy lamb...he's cute!
@ariag.874511 ай бұрын
Never EVER gets old watching Katie be gentle with her sheep or other animals!!
@user-tn7xo7ky9o11 ай бұрын
My Grandad raised sheep for a short time when I was a young girl. It was my job to bottle feed all the babies who didn't have mommas. I used to rub my hands through the wool then on my body. It helped keep the biting flies and mosquitoes off me as well as moisturize my skin in the hot dry Ogden summers
@ferretyluv11 ай бұрын
Lanolin is used in moisturizers! So you got free cosmetics!
@user-tn7xo7ky9o11 ай бұрын
@@ferretyluv I know, but as a girl all I cared about was my Arabian and keeping those dang flies from biting on our rides. I do remember my skin feeling hydrate. Grandad boiled the wool, not sure if it was just in water or what, he made different saves for skin and leather, kept saddles soft and repelled rain. He taught me many old ways, wish I remembered them all. Wish I had his spinning wheel, I'd like to make my own fibers for my knitting and weaving
@ChubbyUnicorn6 ай бұрын
I appreciate how careful you are during your shear. Shows respect. The other shearers gloat about shearing each sheep in 1 minute, but they are often cut & thrown about.
@claireisacamel11 ай бұрын
As a chatty gal myself, I can appreciate her little chats throughout her haircut 😆 just gotta make sure you appreciate her beautiful shine and adorable moonspot
@mandeemorris283510 ай бұрын
She looked almost metallic . Beautiful sheep , never seen that breed before, learnt something new which is always good
@strangeaelurus11 ай бұрын
She's so vocal during the process 😂
@susiemurphy428511 ай бұрын
She was so calm, even though hugely pregnant. Thank you for sharing your sheep knowledge!
@ameliad80556 ай бұрын
Never knew that watching someone shearing sheep is pretty much a therapy, it is beautiful and heartwarming at the same time. And by the way I just found you and your works, Katie. Thank you for making my day.
@21stCenturySuperhuman11 ай бұрын
I'm always amazed that they don't really seem to fight you. Is it something about how you're handling them? Or just once you put them in that position they won't fight? It's really lovely to watch you sheer!
@reeree668211 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@easylife553111 ай бұрын
It is just an art of shearing
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
There are a number of factors that go into handling the sheep. The position is designed to keep the sheep calm as long as they are comfortable. Sheep don't try to get away as long as their feet are off the ground and they aren't in any pain. I've noticed that working quickly keeps them from being in one position for too long, thus testing their patience. I also believe the faster they feel the relief from the fleece removal, the quicker they are to relax/trust. Just my experience though. We ask that the sheep are fasted at least 12 hours to keep them from being uncomfortable like we would be after a big meal. Sheep that are full, fight more and thats been the link as to why. The breed of sheep makes a big difference as well. I sheared some Scottish black face and one sheep got up on me 6 or so times. ( Ill share that video of Cammy from The Sheep Game and I after I slow down in life a bit.) Also, show sheep like to fight more as well. They have been bred to be body builders and are shorn standing for the ring. These breeders do not care if they are breeding shearable sheep, just what they look like in the ring. This can lead to injury for shearers. I actually gained most of my skill on these brutes so I think myself lucky for becoming a better shearer and not a broken one. As opposed to the popular belief, the "pet sheep"/"bottle raised" are typically the hardest to shear. They act as if they are offended that we would treat the prince/princess of the barn yard like the other sheep. The wildest of the group usually sits the quietest. Long story short, yes the position is designed for the comfort and control of the sheep, but keeping them in it requires skill and care. Thank you for noticing. 💞🤘🏻
@catherinehubbard116711 ай бұрын
@@rightchoiceshearing: Thank you! I have been wondering about this ever since I started watching shearing videos. This is fascinating.
@stacy544511 ай бұрын
This 🐑 lady is very vocal!! I have noticed that whenever you talk to the animals they quiet down and become more relaxed! Love watching all your videos!
@curiositeatv11 ай бұрын
Luna’s fleece is absolutely gorgeous! It would make a lovely cable knit sweater
@jasminestill914710 ай бұрын
Learnt so much about sheep in just the short amount of time watching your short vids. Im from new zealand and theres a big shearing competition culture over here.
@margieburgesser504811 ай бұрын
Thanks for letting us know about her baby. As you started I was wondering how soon the lamb would arrive and what it would be. Thanks for satisfying my curiosity!. Such a beautiful fleece, wow.
@VideoSaySo11 ай бұрын
I was having a really crappy day. I mean a horrible day! The hereditary bone disease really making me grumpy... Then I saw a new sheepy shave video! Luna was precious telling you all about her day! Thank you for sharing the pic of her little baby too!! Having better day now! 💚💚💚💚
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
Im so happy that you could find as much joy in her shear as I did. I'm glad our timing worked out. Feel better 🤘🏻💕
@KathleenPriem-xl7lp9 ай бұрын
Brava/Bravo ... either way, so glad you're experiencing a better day; bet ya' it had something to do with Luna and her baby!
@VideoSaySo8 ай бұрын
@@KathleenPriem-xl7lp Absolutely! To the point I'm here in my hospital bed watching it again!
@lisawilliams201311 ай бұрын
You provide services with professionalism and respect. The videos are always educational (and fun) to watch. Great job, Katie and Darian, as always! ❤🐑❤
@user-yf6dg2gm9s11 ай бұрын
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@user-yf6dg2gm9s11 ай бұрын
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@imrank34011 ай бұрын
I can;t imagine how relieved this sheep? Carrying all those years of heafty load of Wools. Great Job.
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
This is actually just one years growth and right on time. Some people trim "long wools" twice a year, but this girl grew clean, not matted locks so its good timing, right before summer heat 🤘🏻
@julies546211 ай бұрын
Thankyou for being so kind to all the animals you shear Katie! GREETINGS FROM ENGLAND!!
@mollyrosales853711 ай бұрын
I have learned SO much from you in the past year! Last year, I shaved my long-haired cat because she was too hot and she wouldn't let me brush her. Her shave came out a little rough, but this year, I followed your instructions on shaving. Granted, you shave sheep and llamas and other animals, but the process is pretty much the same. I was able to do a better job, and the shave was much smoother. I'm sure you never thought that your videos would be useful for shaving a cat, but they were! Thank you for sharing! - Molly
@janusclark881811 ай бұрын
They are so docile, they let you twist and turn them any way!! She's a sweetie, I think she enjoys it!! 😊
@randawilliams924310 ай бұрын
"I doth protesteth", sweet baby, is LOVING getting free, but trying to act like she isn't happy. ❤
@cyndifoore774310 ай бұрын
I used to spin and if I had some of that fleece I’d have to give it a try! Gorgeous wool.
@lovelightcontinuum11 ай бұрын
Such Shine! And Katie shining with kindness and skill, as always, in addition to those shiny hands. Love Luna and her Moon, and talkative self.
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
Thank you 💕💕
@sara_._paula10 ай бұрын
You are SO gentle with her very pregnant belly and is one of many reasons I respect and enjoy you Dear💕🤗
@marciam622411 ай бұрын
YAY!!! Another spectacular video by you and your wife. I was bragging you up on another channel where the guy has sheep and did a first time shearing of his sheep. After a couple of sheep done by him, his girlfriend took over. One of the things he said was "I didn't know you were supposed to shear their legs too!" lolol
@ternel11 ай бұрын
The sheep was quite the talker today
@sparkle300011 ай бұрын
You are the sweetest person ever and they know it, why they can relax.💜 I watched this other channel and the poor sheep were bleeding with nips and cuts. It was horrible. Thank you for sharing. You relax me so much too. ❤ 😊 💓
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
Ah. No bueno. Im glad we can at least be an example that skill exists and is expected.🤘🏻
@juliettekarjala897411 ай бұрын
Never would have thought fleece would be used for doll hair. How fun. Great video as always.
@saturnosring11 ай бұрын
It’s wonderful that you take your time to show us the fleece and a staple from it to see the characteristics of this breed. Awesome shearing as always, and a very cute noisy ewe. 🐑💕✨
@lr713211 ай бұрын
Very interesting! I enjoy learning all the information about the sheep.
@erblue546911 ай бұрын
Interesting breed glad you shared that with us.
@kimalots935311 ай бұрын
Thanks for the birthing announcement and I also learned so much from you. Each time you do one of these short videos. love the long locks and the wavy crimp.
@danabarnes23011 ай бұрын
That's a wow! I would think momma was happy to get rid of the fleece...then popped the baby a week later. Absolutely stunning fleece
@unseelie6310 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this very much.Luna was talkative but not a struggler,and I loved those long locks.Being something of an artsy person I can appreciate what can be done with that beautiful fiber!
@sonyarogersmissmagic858711 ай бұрын
Momma probably felt so much better. She had a beautiful baby!!
@lspthrattan2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for showing that shearing fiber animals needs to be done gently and intelligently. I've watched quite a few of your videos and I'm always certain that you leave the animals happier than when you found them. And thanks for the basic breed information, too; I grew up in a farming family, but we were cattle folks. If I do livestock ever again, I don't want to have to kill anything, so here I am learning about woolly critters instead.
@AlanaEsoterica11 ай бұрын
I love the way Luna talks to you like women do at a salon. Also her son is so cute it gave me cute aggression.🐑🐑
@katschrodinger95411 ай бұрын
Hairdressers and bartenders are basically affordable psychologists. :)
@gigiwaters114 ай бұрын
Katie, I just love to watch your firm but gentle handling of these animals. Thanks for sharing your all around knowledge of your skill and animals❤
@ohjoannabanana11 ай бұрын
You are so talented, and you are so kind to the animals. It is so fun to watch you work, and I have learned so much. Thanks for making such great videos. ❤
@proud193 ай бұрын
Watching you shear these animals so lovingly is calming
@trixiepickle87795 ай бұрын
I just found you, and am really enjoying both your gentle shearing and also the information you give about the sheep you are working with. Thank you..
@Iflie11 ай бұрын
That baby must have thought "what's going on now?" in the unusual position and getting used to the sound of the shears before birth.
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
haha, did you see the video where i actually made the unborn lamb move? Dont see that very often!
@janusclark881811 ай бұрын
This is the Lanolin that goes in my hair!! Love it ❤
@Cricket273110 ай бұрын
Good skin cream, too!
@annettegustafson143510 ай бұрын
Love how you are firm but gentle, how you talk to the animals. Obviously you enjoy your work
@mooonpaw9 ай бұрын
"If you're into this making things naked thing..." LOL The positive attitude of these two is amazing and wonderfully infectious. :)
@user-xp4hy7dh1z23 күн бұрын
Katie you made me giggle when you said we might be into the making things naked thing. I'm 77 years old and I don't think that applies to me but I do enjoy seeing the animal cleaned up and all that beautiful wool as I am a Knitter and a crocheter. Keep up the good work. I'm Rebecca from Danville Virginia
@maryhundt63336 ай бұрын
Love ❤️ your talented work. You and your wife do great work and deserve all the accolades you receive. Your kindness to the animals is fantastic
@peggyvogt321511 ай бұрын
She is one vocal mama!
@louisecoulter75742 ай бұрын
5 stars!! This was easily my favorite video of yours. I loved how you talked to her and us while you were shearing her. Thank you for teaching us so much about what you do and how the fleece is utilized. ❤
@debbiemorgan6701Ай бұрын
Thank you for always being so gentle.
@cameo6689 ай бұрын
The "getting naked thing" right off just gives me giggles. Then there's all the talking that sheep is doing. She's a real mouthy girl. "Hurry up and get this done with less talking, more shearing! I wanna be comfy!"
@marilyndreamwalkermejorado120810 ай бұрын
Now I know where lanolin comes from! When I was breast feeding the hospital gave me a tube of it and said it will help with any drying and pain. And keep it clean. I had to learn how to do that to give my 2 daughters my immunities and it worked. They didn't get colds and ear infections like a lot of babies. I love watching you. It's amazing that they just bend with you. I bet they feel better when they're nice and cool, especially being pregnant.
@hraefn18217 ай бұрын
I would not be able to resist snuggling and cuddling each freshly shorn baby. So soft XD
@cicelybega541910 ай бұрын
Luna had to feel much better without that 8 pounds of fleece in this Texas heat! And pregnant too! She’s beautiful!
@glauvie11 ай бұрын
She looks like a pearl!
@victoriamaclaren56810 ай бұрын
I LOVE watching you do your thing!! Its ALWAYS entertaining, and I learn a BUNCH from you, and your methods, especially when you are talking to us about the wool type, sheep breed, what can be done with each type!! It's amazing to me that there is SO MUCH TO LEARN about these sheep, and your work!! Keep up the obviously GREAT JOB YOU DO!!!
@sandykalmeyer952311 ай бұрын
Amazing and beautiful! Love learning about the different sheep and watching you shear. I follow a sheep farm from Canada and I’ve learned there too.😊
@nancyl384311 ай бұрын
Sweet sheep, outstanding shearing!
@suzdeangelo23149 ай бұрын
Awwwwww. Most of those sheep are so compliant. Sweet fellows.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊
@M3W310 ай бұрын
Luna really glow in her skin… very nice sheen. Thanks for showing us this beauty
@sandy-ny2ty3 ай бұрын
I really enjoy watching you and your wife shearing, so interesting to watch you. You’re so amazing with all your animals that you shear.
@D8TNCracka6 ай бұрын
I never knew watching videos of someone sheering sheep could be so calming. lol Glad I found this channel.
@andreaclarke49553 ай бұрын
Thank you, I always love to watch your sheep shearing films, the sheep look happy and cool after shearing with you and I love your wooly stories about how the wool may be utilised, interesting and informative, take good care of yourself ❤
@ositagordita855011 ай бұрын
Luna was just talkin to you the whole time. 👏😁✌️🙏🌻💞🇺🇲
@ecouturehandmades516610 ай бұрын
Hoping you are not suffering in the heat. Nice that Ms. Luna had a haircut before her Labor day.
@marshastrickland92799 ай бұрын
Don’t know why but enjoyed very much…love how Luna kept talking…nice
@deannaallen46705 ай бұрын
Katie is so sweet and amazing with these animals. I love watching your posts.
@jennydiez802011 ай бұрын
Lol- love her chill "baa". Nice job!
@ThelmaGray-jg3jwАй бұрын
I have been following for a time now. I really like you talk to us through what you are doing! 😊
@pamelascholz968010 ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning Spinners. Lots of long wool breeds are endangered and underappreciated.
@loriwatkinson642511 ай бұрын
Lucky Luna was just sheered by the best! Lucky girl! Very informative learned somethings new ❤😊
@jguitar2310 ай бұрын
Love how she was singing, Are we done yet?? Beautiful!!!
@Karmah016 ай бұрын
The shine is almost iridescent! Beautiful!
@Erin-Thor11 ай бұрын
Sanger Texas! ❤ Stop by View Road and say hello next time! 😊
@tayevanmerlin588111 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the information you provide and look forward to your next one.
@rightchoiceshearing11 ай бұрын
Awesome! thank you!💕🤘🏻
@titusrider79487 ай бұрын
That's amazing! It's like she's actually enjoying the cut 😊
@ccstarzaj11 ай бұрын
Luna’s fleece is gorgeous!!
@scampjac10 ай бұрын
I love watching your channel. You are so gentle with this momma to be. I enjoy learning about the different breeds, too.
@virginiaappleman940110 ай бұрын
to my delight, I tuned into a video from the uncomprehensible Cammy in Scotland and there y'all were! Yay! Looking forward to seeing your posts from the scottish trip.
@mirandaroush124711 ай бұрын
She was so vocal! ❤
@juliedavis357510 ай бұрын
What a nice ewe. And her fleece, amazing!
@danawood58596 ай бұрын
Love watching you shear all the animals❤
@penbrown404910 ай бұрын
What a wonderful breed. I hope you get to meet another talkative Wensleydale IN Wensleydale one day ❤ Wensleydale cheese is amazing too ( I don't think it's sheep milk) love from Yorkshire UK ❤
@sharonyost380711 ай бұрын
Would love some that fleece the crimp is beautiful What a wonderful job!
@cathybaldry782210 ай бұрын
She is very vocal. Lovely fleece
@crandria200110 ай бұрын
What a talkative mama
@christinenolan141811 ай бұрын
I always enjoy your videos 🫶🏼
@Cookie-ri9pz10 ай бұрын
I don't know why, but I'm hooked. It's nice to have knowledge.
@lisacldmom2ksd93211 ай бұрын
I love watching you shear. I find it so relaxing and informative 😊
@terribryant99969 ай бұрын
I loved the baby follow up. Thank you.
@kenbehren611910 ай бұрын
It is so interesting to see other breeds of sheep. Here in Australia we used to have a saying, "Australia rides on the sheep's back". The sheep are overwhelmingly merinos. Thanks Linda. BTW you have a lovely smile
@cyndifoore7743Ай бұрын
I used to spin, it was the most relaxing thing I’ve ever done. I have an antique wheel that needs repaired, maybe I need to do that and get some of this wool and try it out.
@elizabethmead28529 ай бұрын
So satisfying... fur off... I watch for hours. Sadly. Can't stop.
@Fred-px5xu6 ай бұрын
Young lady I am impressed with your fleecing skills.
@jeannajohnson750311 ай бұрын
This sheep seem so docile and sweet. ❤
@williamblake738610 ай бұрын
I love how this thing is making sounds every 20 seconds
@ashamed122510 ай бұрын
I love Luna's dreadlocks ❤
@helenamcginty492010 ай бұрын
Wensleydale is a long way from texas. These sheep were bred to survive Yorkshire weather on the moors. Misty, windy, wet. And thsts summer. But beautiful countryside. Good cheese as well. Wendleydale is one of my favourite English cheeses.
@denisedavis659611 ай бұрын
Your voice are always fun to watch. It’s somewhat ironic that I’m highly allergic to lanolin, but I truly appreciate what it does for the rest of the population. Can’t wait to see the Cammy video. 💛