Dorper Sheep

The arrival of our first Dorper Sheep at Mello Ranch!

OUR NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE MELLO RANCH FAMILY!

A lamb was born upon arrival and we decided on naming her Adele!😊

Dorper History

  • The Dorper is a breed of sheep that originated in the south of Africa in the 1940s, a product of cross-breeding between the Dorset Horn and Blackhead Persian breeds.
  • Dorper sheep are non-selective grazers, further expanding their adaptability to a variety of climates and environments.
  • Dorper reproduction is non-seasonal, the breed has a high lambing percentage, allowing them to produce 2.25 lambs on an annual basis.

A special thanks to Sharon Holman at Holman Ranches & those who assisted us in beginning our Dorper Sheep breeding program.