Elizabeth A. Klitzke

Elizabeth A. Klitzke is a Tunis sheep breeder in Franklin, WV, in Pendleton County and the Shenandoah Valley near Harrisonburg. She has been raising Tunis for over ten years and holds membership in national sheep breeding associations, ensuring each animal meets breed standards and receives regular health screenings.

On her hillside farm, the flock grazes on rotational pastures enriched by native grasses and legumes. Lambs and adult sheep benefit from daily social interaction with family and local farm visitors, reflecting her commitment to gentle handling and early weaning protocols recommended for Tunis.

Family-run since its founding, the farm has earned recognition at state fairs for wool quality and resilience to mountain climates. Her approach balances traditional husbandry with modern welfare practices, offering a stable, nurturing environment that emphasizes both productivity and animal well-being. Recent lambing seasons have demonstrated low mortality rates and consistent fleece yields, reflecting attentive care at every life stage.