KY Grassland Dorpers

KY Grassland Dorpers is dedicated to Dorper sheep in Elizabethtown, KY, serving Hardin County and the Louisville area. Phillip Padgett has been raising Dorpers for more than a decade and follows guidelines from national sheep breeding associations, with regular health screenings on all breeding stock.

Its sheep graze rotationally on managed pastures and receive regular handling to foster calm interactions from lambing onward. Breeding emphasis falls on sound conformation and temperament, traits valued by small-scale farmers and homesteaders. Lambing season typically runs from late winter into spring, offering healthy, early-socialized lambs ready for pasture work.

Prospective buyers often note the calm demeanor and robust health of the flock, which reflects the farm's attentive approach. The farm follows sustainable grazing practices to support soil conservation and encourage native grass regeneration. Stock is registered with the Dorper Sheep Breeders Society of North America, ensuring traceable pedigrees and consistent breed standards.