Buyer question
How big do Shetland sheep get?
Our Animal Library lists the Shetland sheep at ewes 75–100 lb (mature weight).
Source: the Shetland sheep page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Shetland sheep in the Animal Library
The detail
Shetland sheep come from the Shetland Islands and are a small, hardy northern short-tailed breed. They have fine, soft fleece in many natural colors and are popular with hand spinners and small farms.
What to weigh
Shetlands grow slowly and are small, so they produce less meat. Rams are usually horned and can be pushy.