My back hurts just watching Jacob maneuver the hefty ones. I think Chewy looks very pretty with her new hairdo.

Poor Chewy, seems like she is a sweetheart.

Lynn, thank you. The slow motion shearing was super cool. Such a ballet with Jacob maintaining tension for good shearing… beautiful! As for wool in clothing, I much prefer wool - so comfortable to any other fibre I’ve tried. Thanks again!

Good morning! Fascinating! 🌹🌹🌹

Thank you for showing the shearing in slow motion because I watch a lot of it they go to fast thanks another great video even armies holes in his trouser s makes real farming

Lynn, this video was a labor of love, thank you so much for the gift of your time. It is so appreciated. I really believe that those who condemn shearing are afflicted with ignorance. When you do not understand the craft of shearing, and the psychology of sheep, (not to mention the physiology) it's easy to see the process and think that the shearers are abusing them. But I suppose that I'm "blessed" in that the first ever sheep I ever saw shorn in person was done by a shepherd in New Zealand and he did a very quick, but quite lousy job. He appeared to be someone who had sheep more because he enjoyed the sheepdogs and less because he liked sheep. The way he manhandled, and left the sheep a bloody mess (meant quite literally) was very traumatic. Then I saw exceptional shearers at work, and the difference was absolutely amazing. Superficially the motions were the same, but the result was remarkable. No, the sheep in the hands of a skilled shearer might appear to be mistreated, but the reality is that the swift work is as much for the welfare of the animal as any other aspect. Most skilled shearers are done with one sheep in two or three minutes. A really minimal stress-zone for the animal with significant health benefits, both for the animal's general welfare, but also because, as you mentioned, it gives us the chance to see how the sheep are doing in in a way that isn't possible with the wool hiding their condition. I remember last spring, when I got my sheep sheared for the first time, my oldest ewe, Annie, was exposed as being in poor condition. I made sure she got fed up special and got a fecal test done on her (no worms) but when I sold her son, I used her to lead all the sheep onto the trailer and the family who were buying half my flock, given the opportunity, kept her as a free add-on. I didn't know her age, didn't think she would be able to lamb again safely, but didn't want to just put her down or anything. It was nice to hear from the family this week, and one of the missing bits of information was that she became a family favorite (it was a starter herd for a family just getting into sheep), and she was loved up until the time when she passed away. I might have made a different choice if I didn't see that she was growing gaunt, and might have shortened her life further if she was expected to try to produce more lambs. The last couple of days have been interesting in a sheepy sense.... I have my wether who has been getting aggressive lately. Yesterday I was messing about in the barn, trying to get a better sense which of the girls might be "bagging up" and as I left the barn my attention was caught by motion, and I saw in a split second (the memory is so much longer than the actual reality).... Buddy, my wether backed up and then launched towards me. Bad enough with a ram, but Buddy has four horns, two of them are about 18 inches long, perfectly straight, and pointing like a dual set of unicorn horns. I reacted without thinking even as those horns were aimed directly at my chest, and I grabbed the horns. He knocked me off my feet. I got up swiftly and he was instantly charging me again. I used the best tool in my toolkit for dealing with a charging ram, which is to yell at them. It confused him enough so I could deflect him again. The next five minutes had him repeatedly trying to murder me, and I was glad I had a tilt table sort of permanently parked in my paddock, so I danced around that and he chased me, until I picked up one of the lambing jug panels and used that to create a barrier. My neice's man came out (though he has Covid) because he heard me screaming at Buddy, and he handed me a rattle stick which I was successfully able to dissuade Buddy from continuing to try to murder me. I was in shock, badly bruised, and emotionally fragile. Buddy has always been the friendliest of sheep, and aside from his aggression with the new Ram, he has never been aggressive to people. I walked up to the house, made sure that my hand wasn't broken (t wasn't) and dialed up the mobile butcher to schedule a visit. I don't know if they did a halfway job in castrating him before I got him, but he is too big and too well armed to accept. Today I went out to rearrange my sheep. I had plans to banish Buddy and the Ram to my summer pasture (about 8 inches deep in snow at the moment, except under some of the pine trees). I figured that Buddy was upset yesterday because I was feeding corn to the ewes (by the handful) but not really giving him special attention. But once I got Buddy out of the paddock, I was again fighting for my life. At first he was his normal sweet self, but a moment later he was coming at me. Luckily I didn't trust him at all, but it was most disturbing to have him get so murderous. So for tonight, at least, he is by himself in the summer pasture. I know it's not ideal, but he can see and talk with the other sheep, so he's not totally alone. I now have to decide if I want to wait four or more weeks, or if I should just put him down. I can also sell him by the pound. A most traumatic event. I sold his half brother (my old ram) because he wasn't very nice either. I'm hoping I'll be able to move my ram out to hang out with him, and once he's gone, I'll move the ram back with the ewes. Anyway.... long winded (again! can you tell that I'm on Spring Break?) Thank you for your video. Spectacular, and it's obvious that you put a lot of work into this feature length film. :) I loved it.

What beautiful fleeces!!

This was great & worth the wait! I bet Jacob needed an epsom salt bath after that!

Jacob did a beautiful job shearing your sheep. It is a backbreaking job. Just curious, does he charge per sheep or a group price?Does he have different prices for the different breeds? Do you find the rams tend to fight after being sheared? I have seen they don’t recognize each other. Thanks for sharing. We had a sheep many years ago and she would faint every time. When the shearer was finished, he would lay her on her side, she would come out of it.🐑

OMG the girls look like movie stars!! They are beautiful & are snowy white. I had seen only a little shearing, but this video was awesome Lynn. Now some need their butts washed, Lol. But l guess the ram won't care. Thank you this was exciting to say the least. ❣🌴

Jacob is an awesome shearer the sheep are so relaxed with him, here in Scotland we have some great shearers men and also women they all do a great job it’s all for the welfare of the sheep.

Great video Lynn! Love to watch shearing, a true labor of love! I have found wool to be the best fiber for maintaining body temperature as long as the outdoor temperatures are below 50* Fahrenheit.

I always loved shearing day it's a start to a new adventure

Really enjoyed this. I wear almost exclusively wool (can’t get bras for plus size bosoms in wool yet) from wool&. I have a few questions. I have seen other shearers wear special shoes like Jacob, but never heard the reason. I can take some educated guesses, but would like to hear from someone who really works with sheep. I would like to see a comparison of the Dorset and Suffolk fleeces. I loved your discussion of the Dorset fleece, Lynn! I am a dedicated knitter. I would also like to know if there is a difference between ram and ewe wool within their breeds. Thank you Jacob, for letting us see you work. Sorry about your sad calf situation. Thanks Arnie and Lynn for sharing your sheep adventures!

They’re gorgeous! And so calm and trusting 😍 Great conditioning and beautiful skin! Thank you Lynn

Great video as always, Ewetopia Farm's 😍😁🐑

Good evening Arnie and Lynn. Now here was a very busy day on the farm. The sheep really did a great job loading and being good for the shearer. They looked so snowy white under all that wool. They put away their winter coats and got dressed in spring attire. Chewy is so pretty. Just love her. And Peanut is so feminine looking. Now shearing those big boys must have been quite the job. All those fleeces were so pretty. Great work today. Time for a rest. Big hugs to you both. 🥰🥰🥰

Oh this takes me back in time. I was ‘on the broom’ looking after all 5 shearers needs plus sweeping, holding difficult sheep, reporting problems etc. I didn’t do fleece gathering as I was too short to throw fleeces on the table well. Loved loved the slow motion show (even after watching tens of thousands of sheep shorn one on one you still learn things). The sheep are in super condition post shearing-a real credit to your hard work both short and long term. Your sheep are beautifully behaved a result of the calm, caring environment they live in. And Thelma and Louise-double trouble in the huddle!

Sheriff had beautiful looking fleece much like Kasanova. Jacob does a super job on the sheep! I feel for him standing bent over with his head towards the ground, but he's young and fit so probably no big deal for him. Thanks for sharing your day of shearing, glad all went well!!! Stay safe!!!

I really liked the slow motion, he made it look like a dance. Well done, Jacob!! The ewes look to be in excellent condition. Thanks for another great video

I love watching shearing, the wool comes off like melted butter! They probably feel better after too, their skin can breathe.

Thank you for the slow motion view of shearing. You can tell how gentle yet firm the shearer is with the sheep. I bet he has the softest hands too from all the lanolin!!

Nice! It is amazing how good the shearers get. They look great all pink now. Cool how the sheep self sorted themselves for you.

Jacob did a PHENOMENAL job. Five cheers to him.

People who say searing the sheep is "cruel" no nothing about them. Overgrown fleeces are not only heavy and too warm in the summer, they pinch the skin. Way back in college I learned to spin and weave, so watching this get done is really interesting for me. Thanks for sharing! I have to ask about how soon you shear them. You're not all that far from where I live and we can get some cold/snowy weather all the way into mid-April. Does it ever cause you problems? Thanks again!

Im drooling over every one of those fleeces. Oh, the things I would knit for you two. No matter how many times I watch a sheep sheered I’m always amazed at how white it is underneath. The smell is heaven. I’m glad it was relatively dry decent weather for you two. That’s a pretty big job for one sheerer.

That was awesome ! It's not easy work shearing for sure and so many sheep to do ,don't know how they do it 🐑🐏 A real workout Bet they're more comfortable now. Thanks Lynn & Arnie

Personally I think wool is a much better fiber than cotton, and alot more useful . I find myself buying and wearing more wool clothing its much better. Next to wool for my favorite fiber is linen. The sheep all look good with their new wool cuts. I have alot of respect for the shearers too. The people who say shearing sheep is cruel are just uneducated . Much love ❤️ 🙏

oh wow an extra long one today yay🥰

I am loving the slow motion showing me where I need to improve

What a treat with this shearing video. Many questions were answered. Oh what a story with “chewy”, funny that everything that could go wrong, went wrong, but eventually all turned out right, like “Job” in the Bible. Jake is a real Pro! About 2-3 minutes per sheep, so what am I doing wrong? It takes me 10 minutes to shave my head lol, thanks guys, great video!

It was a good day shearing some great sheep at ewetopia

I love how you talk to them so sweet ❤

Beauty salon day! They’re naked now; but, their coat will grow back and look beautiful for a while.😊 Great job, Jacob! 🐑 I’m curious to know, when shearing the belly, does that tickle the sheep? 😉

Wow they look great so pretty and white .

Chewies a clever girl

I am a spinner and have washed many fleeces. I have never seen a sheep being shorn so it was really interesting to see.

The Dorsett have a longer staple than I thought

Hey Lynn, I had one other question. When are you going to get some Tshirts made?? i would love to get 4, 2 for me & two for my Grandkids. I plan on sharing with them your KZfaq channel. One, Addie is 7 & Andrew is gonna be 6 in May. I'm always getting things for them.🧑‍🤝‍🧑🌴

Bulls can be bad tempered but some bulls good natured

That was awesome loved the slow mo and the fast as well. Glad I didn't have to do the shearing that's definitely a young person's job! Tell everyone I think they look lovely too lol. It was fun to watch! Have a great day and I hope spring shows up soon for you guys. I live in SW Florida and it's hot here was 92 degrees Fahrenheit today! I'm melting! Lol

Shearers wear special shoes called moccasins. These were originally made from the old style wool bales made from jute or hessian and tied on with string. These days the moccasins are a little more up market snd made from soft high quality leather snd laced up with elastic and/or leather cord. The shearers wear the Moccasins so they can have highly sensitive feeling of the ‘boards’ or floor as they move around. The moccasins are very comfortable and are kept in super condition with the daily application of oil or lanolin from the wool of the sheep. Moccasins protect the shearers feet and keep them safe, help the shearers grip the floor, help absorb perspiration as well as being subtle enough to detect tiny muscle changes in the sheep.

I’m sure the sheep feel so great to get sheared. Shearing is definitely a back breaking job that’s for sure. I’m amazed at how different the dorsets fleeces are compared to the Suffolk. I’m wondering if the Woolgrowers grade the fleece to the best usages? Dorsets would make soft sweaters and Suffolk would make great sock wool? Thanks for sharing, I’m sure everyone slept well after a full day of shearing and handling the sheep.

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I noticed a few of them have some long hooves, is Arnie going to trim them up before the ram goes in?

Peanut is a clever girl

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Lynn your hair pulled back added beauty to your facial features. Also, see Arnie so very many times from the side, his neck might stream line with hair on his collar, no t pony any longer.

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This is the weirdest sheering I've ever seen in a good way. (Slow Motion & on my phone with ear plugs) My Goodness you have to try this, this Way. I really feel like I'm sitting Right in the Middle of Everything! I guess to hear it loud like I am. Their All Around Me! Thanks!❤🎉

Is popcorn fleece spoken for, it does look like a spinners dream. Jacob is a talented shearer, love the videos.

I watched a video today on how the wool is processed, so amazing

How much does it cost to have all them sheared ?

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Wonderful video of calm sheep! Will the boys need to be inside for a few days because of the temperature? Your fleeces look really nice. Several years back someone made a really nice sweater out of Suffolk wool, and was able to machine wash it without shrinkage and felting. The varying properties of the different breeds always is fascinating to me. I have spun some Dorset, but never tried Suffolk.

Sheep are clever not stupid

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I have one that a dog attack took her ears and I call her chopper read after a bad guy who cut his ears off

They look so white... never thought of doing some woolwork yourself? Or isn't that your thing, knitting, and crocheting... I like it once in a while. But good wool must be nice. U would love it when you would knit me a vest... 😂 you know, after work, housework, editing, and other chores... why do you need sleep??? 😂. He is a gentle shearer, a nice man. Friendly and gentle... okay for some viewers it looks like it is a rough thing. But u saw other shearers... as you showed it in slow motion, you could see how gentle he was. Lots of people think it's butcher work. But if they don't stretch the sheep, it would be a bloody mess. And you have always some injuries with sheep that struggle. But sheep that are calm and gentle you can see, no blood. Perfectly sheared. Luckily the slow motion isn't the reality, 103 sheep are sheared. It would take a week 😂. No, he is a good shearer. Have you seen that girl/woman shearer? She has a KZfaq channel too. She is also shear very well. With a gentle touch. She and her girlfriend us having a shear business. She also shears Dorsett. 😊. I think it's a nice job. But not body friendly. Always bending. I am glad you sell your wool. And you could do what Sandi does when you have a bigger audience. It would be a nice extra income. Unfortunately to order something from Canada or the USA to Europe it's very expensive. And we have lots of sheep here too. But pigs are the biggest part over here. And cows. We have beautiful cows. Unfortunately, they are all bred to huge bulls and all the cows have squares on their belly after calving. We call the bull and the calfs "dikbil" fatbut... 😂. They can't pass naturally. All cesarean born. But lots of meat. But I am almost vegetarian. I eat only fish and once in a while some chicken... so sure not sheep, goat, cow, horse, rabbit, pigeon, anyhow. All the animals humans eat. Once in a while some chicken and fish and for the rest vegetables... lots of vegetables... and potatoes. Not good for the meat industries... 😂. Thank you, Lynn and Arnie of course too. For again a wonderful video from ewetopia... perhaps at midday another one... 😊. As this one was normally from yesterday. Again 2 in a day??? It would be awesome... 😂... have a nice day... big hugs from Belgium. ❤❤❤

Did you say Pemberton? I listened twice but I wasnt sure.

Look 👀 at their wee faces

Hello, I would like to know where you deliver sheep wool, which country are you from, I am from Kazakhstan, we have a lot of sheep wool, we need a place to deliver it. Thanks in advance.

I'm a wool snob. No apologies. 😁

how long does it take to learn to cut sheep wool❓

Thanks for restricting the dogs. Other videos they dart everywhere and cannot focus on Sheering. You all care for all gracefully. B

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Just curious . . . when you have this many sheep to shear, how are you charged? So much per head, or paid by job (time)?

Have you changed your practice of not being present when a guard dog is alone with a sheep birthing to prevent the dog from chewing a newborn? Thank you!!!

Do you change out your lure?

Thanks Lynn for the slow motion, I'll be studying Jacob's technique. Shearing more and more sheep here on our own for pellet production. Check us out-Ovis Aries wool pellets

Do you give peanut a cuddle

ممكن المساعده. اين اجد الات جز الاغنام هذا واين مكان بيعها وكيف بالامكان التةاصل مع البائع

Is there a reason that you only sheer once a year?

Doing rams at the end of the day is awful. Doing them at the beginning is bad too. I'm not a fan of doing them in the middle either. How many was that total?

I'd rather shear my Suffolk they don't have has much wool... LoL 🤣

Er den drektig,eller er den feit?

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Is the pregnant ewe Rachel

I see a backache coming 😮

Jeg ville ikke ha spist det kjøttet,det er alt for fett

Hello, I would like to know where you deliver sheep wool, which country are you from, I am from Kazakhstan, we have a lot of sheep wool, we need a place to deliver it. Thanks in advance.