RH Family Ranch

RH Family Ranch, Dorper sheep, Portland, IN, is based in East Central Indiana near Fort Wayne. Efren Ruiz has been raising Dorper sheep for several years under breed standards and ensures each animal undergoes routine health screenings and parasite checks. The flock grazes on rotating pastures, which supports hoof and digestive health, and lambs grow up with regular handling, family activities, and pasture training sessions. Housing includes open-sided barns, sheltered paddocks, and hayed loafing areas, allowing sheep to seek cover in all seasons and socialize under careful supervision.

The ranch emphasizes gentle management, drawing on everyday chores and early socialization to build calm temperaments and strengthen flock cohesion. Breeding decisions are informed by detailed records of lineage, wool quality, and seasonal performance to maintain consistency in lambing and overall flock health. RH Family Ranch often shares its experience at neighboring county fairs and agricultural workshops, offering care tips, flock demonstrations, and fostering community connections among small-scale farmers. Customers note the steady growth, even temper, and hardy nature of lambs raised in this balanced environment, backed by the ranch’s transparent recordkeeping.