Esser Dorpers

Esser Dorpers is a Dorper sheep breeder in Kendalia, TX in the Texas Hill Country near San Antonio. It has worked with the breed for over a decade, adhering to guidelines set by national sheep associations and performing routine health screening on each breeding animal. Its flock grazes on open pastures under rotational grazing practices, with daily health checks and early handling to encourage calm temperaments. Owner Avery Esser focuses on selecting stock for hardiness, maternal qualities and adaptability to varied climates.

This approach yields sheep well-suited to small operations, valued for low-maintenance care and strong maternal instincts that support healthy lambing seasons. Breeding records are maintained to track lineage and lambing outcomes, ensuring consistency across generations. The farm’s hill country setting provides well-drained terrain and diverse forage, fostering overall flock health and resilience. Lambs are raised alongside adult sheep to strengthen social bonds and acclimate them to flock life from an early age.