Not a tractor. :-)7

Redgoatea · Oct 1, 2010

No they're not tractors but the tractor helps on their care. It's shearing time for the goats. Only my second time doing it. Got the first four done in 30 min. a piece. No I'm not setting any land speed records but hey I'm learning. If anyone has any useful tips my ears are open.

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Brad_Blazer · Oct 2, 2010

I remember my brother took lessons. See if there are any offered in your area. There is some info available online but live lessons are hard to beat.

YouTube - Sheep Shearing Made Simple

This site has a list of shearers.
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Redgoatea · Oct 2, 2010

They're goats not sheep but I have no idea what the difference would be if any. Was hoping to get some info at the state fair but apparently agriculture just isn't that big of a topic there anymore.

Gary Fowler · Oct 2, 2010

I have no idea on shearing goats or sheep except that I always hear of them, them being sheep, being shorn in the spring not the fall. Dont they need their coats for winter. Spring shearing gets all the winter wool / hair that should not be present in the summer. Hey what do I know about goat or sheep other than they taste good barbequed.