Valais Blacknose Sheep
Valais Blacknose Sheep. For centuries this ancient rare breed was almost exclusively raised in the Valais region of Switzerland, famous for the Matterhorn Mountain. There are now less than 19,000 of these cute, friendly sheep left due to the wolves becoming protect in Switzerland.
Originally, they were used for meat, wool and milk to sustain the crofters. They slept in the same huts in winter and this seems to have pass. Through their genetics to keep their natures more friendly and dog-like in personality. Google now calls them the cutest sheep in the world with good reason.
Giving the Blacknose Sheep its name, you will find the sheep have a black nose. Which extends up to the centre of the head and encompasses the eyes. The ears are black to the point where they meet the head. Knees on front and hocks on back legs have black spots and the hoof and ankle has black creating the impression of black boots. Ewes have a black tail spot and rams do not. Both ewes and rams have horns that spiral outwards. The wool is white and very curly and grows quite long.
These are the breeding markings but the absolute exceptional quality of these sheep are their characters. They are friendly and inquisitive by nature and love being with people. Easily trained to lead and take for a walk and love to sit on your lap and be petted for hours on end. Incredibly gentle around children and other animals.
A History of INTEGRITY and Professionalism
Knowledge, Science, and Integrity make us the “go to” for these amazing animals. Valais Blacknose Sheep USA is where these qualities come together to form the most comprehensive breeding program for the Valais Blacknose sheep in North America.
We have an an accumulate 100+ years of knowledge and experience in farming sheep. When you buy from us you aren’t just buying sheep but you’re buying a relationship based in knowledge, science, and integrity that is here to support you on your journey as owners of this special breed.
Each one of our partners cares deeply about preservation and a strong sense of stewardship. The Valais were first document as far back as the 15th Century in the Valais region of Switzerland. To be involve in raising this incredible animal in the US is a real honor.
Why Valais Blacknose Sheep?
Besides being “The Cutest Sheep in The World” there is so much more to love and admire about these amazing animals. They are an incredibly handsome, beautiful, and noble sheep. VBS are extremely docile, yet hardy, and bode an award winning friendly disposition. They are a great animal to have on a small farm or estate to keep pastures groom. There is no greater feeling than the sense of peacefulness seeing these gorgeous sheep in a field.