Paw Paw Creek Dorpers

Paw Paw Creek Dorpers, Dorper sheep, Lower Salem, OH, Washington County and the Ohio River Valley near Marietta. They have maintained a small flock of Dorper sheep for over five years and participate in a national registry to document lineage and uphold breed standards. Their breeding goals emphasize structural soundness, fertility and maternal instincts in each generation.

Their sheep graze on rotational pastures bordered by mixed hardwoods and have access to a climate-controlled shelter for lambing and shelter during severe weather. The farm follows a low-stress husbandry model with daily handling and integrated pasture management. Routine health screenings for scrapie susceptibility, hoof trimming and vaccination schedules support flock well-being. Visitors often note the lambs’ calm temperament and the personal attention provided by owner Sabrina Buchanan throughout the year. The operation integrates sheep rotations with cover crops to improve soil quality and follows sustainable practices to protect local waterways.