Swartz and Talley Tunis

Swartz and Talley Tunis, Tunis sheep in Hunt, NY, in the Southern Tier near Elmira, are dedicated to breeding healthy, well-tempered stock. They follow guidelines of the American Tunis Sheep Breeders Association and perform regular health screenings to uphold breed standards.

The flock grazes on rotational pastures with access to clean barns, and lambs are gently handled from birth to encourage calm behavior. Attention to balanced nutrition and parasite management helps ensure robust growth and sound hooves. Lea Bielewicz oversees daily routines, ensuring each animal receives individual attention and enrichment opportunities.

Operating on a family-run farm with a history of livestock care, their approach blends traditional stewardship with modern welfare practices. Lambing season brings extra care with sheltered pens and attentive monitoring to support healthy births. Local farmers and homesteaders often commend the consistency and temperament of their Tunis sheep.