Sheepshearing

In 1927, the settlement's huge sheep shearing shed was built, which is claimed to be the world's largest, with a capacity of five thousand sheep.

In 1927, the settlement's huge sheep shearing shed was built, which is claimed to be the world's largest, with a capacity of five thousand sheep.

Sheep shearing is the process by which the woollen fleece of a sheep is cut off. The person who removes the sheep's wool is called a shearer.

Most breeds of sheep grow wool continuously, so it is important to shear them at least once per year. In 2013, the average sheep in the U.S. produced 7.3 lbs.

Sheep grow wool continuously. If they are not sheared at least once a year, they become very stressed and uncomfortable, especially when it is hot and humid.

To shear a sheep, start by turning it over onto its back so its shoulders rest against your knees. Next, shear the wool on the belly starting from the top of ...

Shearing requires sheep to be handled multiple times – during mustering, yarding, and penning – all of which is stressful to them. They're deprived ...