Mending Wall Farm, Inc.

Mending Wall Farm, Inc., Shetland sheep, Assonet, MA, is a family-operated sheep farm in Southeastern Massachusetts near Boston. Karen Valley has raised Shetland sheep for many years with routine health screening and close attention to breed standards.

The flock includes breeding ewes and rams chosen for strong maternal instincts and fine fleece quality. Animals graze on rotating pastures, and lambs are accustomed to gentle handling from an early age, supporting calm temperaments. Lambing occurs in a sheltered barn area where newborns rest close to their mothers under careful supervision. Wool is shorn each spring and sorted on site to maintain quality before distribution to local artisans. Their approach emphasizes sustainable pasture management and low-stress animal care to keep the flock healthy year-round. A nearby review highlights thorough care and clear communication, reflecting the farm’s decades-long history on the original homestead.