Canaan Road Dorpers

Canaan Road Dorpers specializes in Dorper sheep in Owensville, MO, Franklin County near St. Louis. They have been raising Dorper sheep for several years and follow recommended health protocols including routine veterinary checks, parasite control, and genetic screening.

The flock grazes on rotating pastures across the farm, and lambs are handled regularly to promote gentle temperaments. Breeding ewes and rams are selected for maternal qualities and adaptability to local climates. Dorper sheep are valued for adaptability and low maintenance, traits that fit the farm’s practical approach and support small-scale land stewardship. Facilities include a well-ventilated barn and an outdoor turnout to ensure animals thrive year-round on grass and hay.

Owner Gary Dittman values sustainable land management and aims to foster strong mothering instincts in each generation. Many local farmers appreciate the hardy lambs that fit easily into diverse small-scale operations.