We frequently get asked about docking tails so here is some basic information on the matter.
Docking the tails can improve the health and welfare of sheep and lambs. At Karras Farm we dock tails to an absolute minimum of 6 inches and no shorter. Docking prevents fecal matter from accumulating on the tail and hindquarter of the animal.
Tail docking also reduces fly strike while having no ill effect on lamb mortality or production.
Sincerely,
Andy Karraskarrasfarm@gmail.com
704-778-2032
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