Stachelsweine Farms

Stachelsweine Farms breeds Dorper sheep in Quitman, TX, serving East Texas near Tyler. It follows national breed registry guidelines, maintains genetic diversity in its lines, and ensures routine health screenings to support flock welfare. The operation is rooted in practical experience and ongoing education in pasture management and animal welfare research.

Barns and shelters are regularly cleaned and equipped with natural lighting, proper ventilation, and fresh bedding to promote healthy development. Aaron Schlagel personally oversees each lambing season, providing close monitoring from birth through weaning. Its sheep graze on rotational pastures over rolling green hills and receive daily handling, with lambs socialized at an early age in well-ventilated barns. The farm’s approach to sustainable grazing, including cover cropping and controlled stocking, supports soil health and promotes balanced temperament across generations. Buyers often comment on the flock’s calm disposition and dependable growth.