Bernhard Ranch

Bernhard Ranch raises registered Dorper sheep in Harper, TX, Texas Hill Country near Austin. Connie Bernhard maintains a small flock registered with a reputable Dorper sheep association, follows regular vaccinations for clostridial diseases, and schedules health screenings for parasites and common ovine conditions.

For years her focus has been on breeding sheep that combine resilience against Texas weather with rapid weight gain and feed efficiency in Hill Country climates. Lambs are raised on native grass pastures with daily socialization efforts, clean water supply, and sheltering from summer heat or winter chill. Her pasture-based strategy, which includes rotational grazing and careful pasture rest periods, produces strong, calm animals suited to small homesteads, fiber projects, or family-run operations.

Connie’s background in sustainable livestock farming means every lamb receives hands-on care from birth to ensure a gentle temperament. Visitors often note the farm’s quiet atmosphere and the flock’s friendly demeanor. Bernhard Ranch also shares insights on feed planning and fencing techniques with local producers to support responsible sheep management.