Victoria Houser

Victoria Houser, Tunis sheep, Buskirk, NY, operates her farm in Rensselaer County in the Capital District near Albany. She has cultivated Tunis sheep for over a decade, selecting breeding stock based on temperament and conformation while upholding routine health screenings, including parasite checks and hoof trimming under veterinary guidance. Lambs graze on rotational mixed grass pastures and are handled daily to encourage ease of management and gentle behavior, with sturdy, well-ventilated barns and seasonal shade trees.

Victoria fosters strong ties with local fiber artisans and shepherding groups, ensuring her well-grown lambs meet both fleece quality standards and sound breeding criteria valued by handspinners and small-scale farms. Her approach marries time-honored shepherding practices with insights gleaned from regional agricultural workshops, fostering a flock that thrives in the farm’s quiet woodlands setting near seasonal streams. Clients appreciate Victoria’s clear communication and willingness to share her knowledge of fleece preparation and livestock care.