Silverwood Farms

Silverwood Farms, dorper sheep, Bowling Green, OH, in Northwest Ohio near Toledo, is a small family operation dedicated to raising healthy flocks. With more than fifteen years of breeding experience, it follows the North American Dorper Sheep Society guidelines, keeps detailed records for each lamb, and maintains regular health testing for parasites, footrot and other common ovine conditions.

Its sheep graze on lush rotational pastures year-round, receive daily hands-on socialization and shelter in a clean, well-ventilated barn for harsh weather. During lambing season each expectant ewe is monitored around the clock by experienced staff to ensure safe births and prompt care for newborns. The farm has shown lambs at county fairs, earned ribbons for conformation, and collaborates with small-scale farmers on sustainable meat production methods. Owners also share practical guidance with first-time shepherds, emphasizing pasture management, soil health and humane handling techniques.