Cooley Farm

Cooley Farm raises Dorper sheep in Nogales, AZ in Santa Cruz County and the Coronado National Forest near Tucson. With decades of combined experience, Luz Cooley and Charles Cooley follow breed club guidelines and ensure all ewes and rams receive regular health screenings. Their sheep graze on open pasture during the day and return to shaded shelters at night, and lambs are handled daily to encourage calm temperaments. Record keeping tracks lineage and performance to maintain strong genetics and predictability in the flock.

The farm emphasizes sustainable grazing and rotational pastures to support soil health and animal wellbeing. The farm’s transparent breeding records have earned positive feedback from small-scale producers throughout the region. This family operation often attracts interest from homesteaders seeking hardy easy-care sheep suited for varied climates. Regular hoof trimming and dental checks are part of their routine to ensure overall flock health.