KR Dorpers

KR Dorpers Dorper sheep in Slaton, TX, serve the South Plains and Lubbock. Karlee Rathmann is a member of national registry programs and follows rigorous health testing protocols for parasite resistance and hoof care. Her breeding objectives focus on strong maternal instincts and structural soundness. Dorpers from the flock are known for lean carcass yield and consistent muscle development suited to small-family operations and local butchers. Each spring, Karlee manages lambing with close supervision and balanced nutrition to support ewe health and lamb vigor.

The flock grazes on native grasslands with thoughtfully rotated pastures, balanced mineral supplements onsite, and access to sheltered barns. Daily handling from an early age ensures calm temperament, readiness for livestock shows or easy inspection, and confidence around caretakers. Lambs receive personalized assessments for growth milestones, hoof health checks, and parasite resistance scores before joining the breeding program or pasture rotation.