Miniature Cheviots

AMERICAN MINIATURE CHEVIOTS

(Brecknock Hill Miniature Cheviot) 

         Cheviot sheep originated in the Cheviot Hills between England and Scotland. They were introduced to this country in 1838. Border Cheviots are small, hardy sheep that spend their lives on the moors. In the US they have become larger than their ancestors from the UK (as have many breeds of sheep), so the American Miniature Cheviot Registry was formed to preserve the original size.  Miniature Cheviots are usually white or black, with small heads and erect, pointed ears. They lamb easily. Their fleeces provide a medium wool with a distinctive helical crimp and a long staple, perfect for handspinning.  Maximum height at two years of age is 23 inches at the top of the shoulder when sheared.  Mature ewes weigh 45 to 85 pounds; mature rams 55 to 100 pounds. 

 ZACH AND SUSANNAH OF FOLLOW YOUR DREAM FARM

  We just started our breeding program for these wonderful sheep in 2007 and don't expect to have lambs for sale until 2009.