SplitOakFarms

SplitOakFarms, Dorper sheep breeder in Athens, AL, is located in Limestone County and the Tennessee Valley near Huntsville. They bring over a decade of specialized care for Dorper sheep, maintaining flock records in a national sheep registry and sharing updates on breeding progress. On-farm lambing takes place in sheltered barns or mobile huts, with newborns kept close to dams under watchful care during the first critical days.

Pasture rotations across open fields ensure diverse grazing and seasonal hoof trimming, parasite management and tailored nutrition support healthy growth. Daily handling from weaning onward fosters calm temperaments, helping sheep adjust gently to new surroundings and to prospective caretakers. Prospective owners and visitors often remark on the flock’s sturdy build and gentle disposition, reflecting the farm’s focus on balanced structure and behavior. The farm’s rural setting complements its commitment to animal well-being, with time-tested husbandry practices gaining respect among local farming circles.