Nicklas Family

Nicklas Family, Dorper sheep, Purcell, OK, McClain County and central Oklahoma near Oklahoma City. As members of the Oklahoma Sheep and Goat Producers Association, they adhere to standards for breeding and health testing, maintaining detailed flock records and following national guidelines for genetic evaluation and parasite control.

Their sheep graze mixed native grasses in rotational paddocks through spring and fall, then access insulated barns during winter. Daily handling from weaning emphasizes gentle socialization, and lambs are introduced to varied pastures to build resilience. The family monitors each ewe’s performance to ensure strong maternal instincts and consistent growth rates.

This family-run farm blends generational knowledge with current husbandry practices. Regional producers note the even conformation and calm temperament of Nicklas lambs at county shows and cooperative sales. They invite local youth to learn about sheep care through supervised farm visits that reinforce responsibility and animal welfare.