Buyer question
How long do Jacob sheep live?
Our Animal Library gives the Jacob sheep a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Jacob sheep page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Jacob sheep in the Animal Library
The detail
Jacob sheep are a British heritage breed with a spotted fleece and often two to six horns. They are small, hardy and kept for their striking look, their fleece and lean meat, especially by hobby farmers and spinners.
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Hardy)
- Origin
- British heritage
- Best fit
- Hobby farms, spinners
- Temperament
- Alert, independent
What to weigh
Horns can catch in fencing and feeders. Four-horned rams can carry a split-eyelid defect, so check breeding stock closely.