Posted by Karen on November 10, 2002 at 18:12:26:
In Reply to: Barbados sheep posted by Deborah on November 10, 2002 at 09:53:49:
I would say no go on the goat feed. For a short time it shouldn't hurt them but the copper doesn't wash out the sheeps systems like it does for other animals also some breeds have less of a tolerance for it than other breeds of sheep. So better be safe than sorry. As far as breeding between sheep and goats I have no idea. I have seen many photos of "Geeps" but the look just like Barbados sheep, I am inclined to believe "Geeps" are made up but really don't know for sure. With the ram I am 110% with Goatmom NEVER TRUST A RAM!!!!! We have not had the Barbados but what I do know of them they are an "unimproved" breed much like the Jacobs. I would never trust one of my Jacob rams not even the young ones and even less one that has been bottled. Becareful if you have any questions please ask don't guess we don't want you getting hurt.