Practical lambing – Register your interest
Why choose this course?
This course is a combination of theory and practical sessions aiming to give the new shepherd confidence to well manage their sheep before, during and after lambing.
We use our lambing simulator to practice manipulating lambs presenting in common malpresentations.
We also go through care of newborn lambs to maximise their chances of survival.
Key learning objectives:
- To gain an understanding of the care of the ewe before lambing
- To learn how to deal with common pre lambing problems and associated diseases
- To know when to intervene
- To learn what to feel for, what is normal and how to correct
- To learn how to look after newborn lambs
Course Topics Covered:
- Theory
- Prep lambing management of Ewes
- Lambing the Ewe
- Care of the ewe/lamb after lambing
- Practical
- Manipulation of lambs inside the lambing simulator
- Castrating/ringing lambs
- Tubing lambs
- Lamb resuscitation
Session Agenda:
- Welcome
- Theory and Discussion period
- Discuss ewe management and pre-lambing
- Discuss common problems
- Practical period
- Practical session with the lambing simulator
Bibby, Anna, and Kate are experienced Lambing trainers
Our lambing courses are Vet led.
“I work as a farm vet but also have a small flock of sheep of my own. I love lambing time; being there to watch new-born lambs arrive in the world, stand up on their shaking legs and go looking for milk is one of my favourite things. ” – Kate Travitsky
“As well as farm vetting, I also keep some of my own sheep. I lamb then late in the season in May, I have tried Synchronizing my ewes to ensure that they all lamb within a short period. This has worked brilliantly, I would highly recommend to all Smallholders to synchronize your ewes. It makes it so much easier to ensure your lambing holiday is used appropriately ” – Bibby Thomas
Course Duration:
2 hours
Course Format (e.g. in-person, online, hybrid):
In person
Course location:
Shepton Vets Shepton Veterinary Group Limited Allyn Saxon Drive Shepton Mallet BA4 5QH
Prerequisites:
Delegates must be 16 or over to attend this course. We limit places to 20 on this course. Booking early is recommended
To bring
Please wear season appropriate warm clothing.
Cost/Fees:
£45 + VAT per person
A 50% deposit will be payable upon booking. The balance will be due before the course start date
Payment options:
You will be contacted following your reservation to complete payment, Alternatively please call the farm office directly. Please call the office to make a payment following reservation online ***
Cancellation policies:
Cancellations up to 7 days before the course will result in a refund. Please contact the office if you need to cancel
Enrolment Process:
- Complete online reservation form
- Await contact from our office team or call them directly in order to complete deposit payment
- 2 days prior to course date, receive advanced course materials
If you have any questions, please email training@sheptonvets.com or call 01749 341 761
