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With less than 800 of these athletic and durable ponies on the planet, they are truly at risk for extinction. This native of England's hill country in Exmoor, these ponies have been through rigorous natural selection, creating a two-layer winter coat that is so insulating, snow will collect on it without melting from the animal's body heat. These stocky ponies have learned to survive off of rough forage and are even used in some environmentally sensitive locations to help preserve or expand plant diversity. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

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Named for its region of origins, hardy Scottish Highland cattle do well in cold, wet climates. This shaggy, long-horned breed has been shaped, mostly, by natural selection. The resulting animal does well in the cold, is a good mother, thrives on rough forage, lives a long time, and generally doesn't have reproductive problems. This docile animal is used primarily for beef. This breed consumes a variety of undesirable plants and is considered a light grazer compared to other cattle. Because of this it has been used to improve pastures and marginal land. While light red is the most common color for the long-haired breed, this medium-sized cow can come in a variety of other solid colors. They do well with novice to intermediate cattlemen. Known for their flavorful meat, this breed is at at risk, not only because of its numbers, but because the European Union requires all members to have compatible herd books, meaning an animal that is allowed to be registered in 1 country must be recognized in all countries. The problem is that some countries allow animals with as little as 3/4 blood be registered as purebred, so eventually only the US and Canada may be the only true sources of purebred Highland cattle genetics.

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**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

After a tumultuous couple of years, I realized I needed to make some changes. I hadn’t written much of anything that felt fresh, new, or exciting…and with the help and encouragement of a few online friends, I slowly jumped back in with a “Give It 100”-type of project. While raw and unbalanced at times, the progression (and emotion) is real. What emerged became a furious mixture of politics, relationships, and the internal struggles that life provides us whether we’re equipped to handle them or not. And what began as an exercise in “just starting back up again” turned into a rebirth and reclamation of maybe the one skill/hobby/function I’m truly most capable of loving. This book is the start of a process, and it is just that…a time of re-learning myself, what it means to be a writer, and understanding that the idea isn’t to be great but to be always getting better. I think I’ve accomplished that here, and I have no doubt that the coming years will prove that this stepping stone of sorts will turn into a springboard awaiting my launch into deeper, better, and stronger work overall. There is humor, sadness, struggle, and growth in this collection. You can’t paint it with one brush. This is one human being’s experience; the world as seen through my eyes…ups and downs; rights and wrongs. For the many spectrums we can slice life into, this collection begins to fill in the blurred lines entrenched in our realities. And while it didn’t make me whole, it helped me begin to put my life back together. And getting to this point in a description has made my mom proud…that’s all I could ask for (well, that, and you as a reader liking it and getting the point and the picture). So…thanks. I love you and you matter.

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George Washington cared about many things, including the improvement of livestock. The work of Washington, Henry Clay, and others to produce strong, hardy, large donkeys resulted in the American Mammoth Jackstock because it could be used to produce good, strong work mules. Along with Henry Clay and others, these men ensured that early America had the necessary animals needed for agricultural work. Males, or jacks, were used to produce mules when bred with female horses or mares. The American Mammoth Jackstock was also used for driving, riding, and even as livestock guardians for other more shy and fragile animals animals such as sheep and goats. 1920 was the peak of the American Mammoth Jackstock population with about 5 million animals. However, since then, this docile animal, dedicated to its owner, has been in decline. These tall, sturdy animals have exceptionally long ears, often measuring 33" (over 83 cm). They are suitable for novice to intermediate owners. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

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Developed in the Poitou region of western France, this animal is known as "Baudet du Poitou" with "baudet" meaning "sire of mules" with Poitou having a history of mule production in a region with over a thousand years of documented mule production. The production of both riding and work mules was a lucrative industry in France. And while these mules were promoted across Europe, the breeding stock, which primarily included the Poitou and the Poitevin horse, were closely guarded. After World War II, the need for mules virtually disappeared and with the extremely limited location of the Poitou, so did this important animal. By 1980, there were less than 80 Poitous left. Thankfully, several organizations were formed to help prevent the extinction of the Poitou (and Poitevin). By 2012, there were 2500 registered animals. Found in black or dark brown, these docile, large-footed animals have exceptionally long hair for an equine. Generally only suited for advanced breeders, they are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

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Named for the spotted sheep raised by Jacob in the Bible, these docile sheep are exceptionally hardy as they were selected only for hardiness, spots, and 4 horns, though they can be found with 2 and 6 horns with both rams and ewes being horned. Used for their spotted wool, these animals are white with either black, brown, or a lighter color called lilac spots. Their wool grows 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) long--This is known as its staple length. In recent years, breeders have selected for wool, thus the Jacob-American's fleece is highly sought after by fiber artists. There is a British version of the Jacob, but it has been bred for commercial use and is thus larger and more uniform in appearance, so the British and American versions of this breed have diverged. Also, spotted sheep of all shapes and sizes, including a cross called the Jacob-Dorset, have been sold as purebred Jacob-American sheep to those unaware of the deception. Identifying and recording purebred Jacob-American sheep has been a challenge for American breeders. This breed of sheep is good for novice to intermediate shepherds.

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Originally from southwest England's Wiltshire County, this short-wooled, horned breed of sheep is raised primarily for meat/mutton. Descended from the large, white sheep that roamed the Salisbury Plain for centuries, these sheep are sometimes called Western or Western Horn sheep. In the 1700's as many as 700,000 sheep dotted the southern English countryside. But as new breeds were imported in the 1800's this breed went into decline. In the 1950's and '60's, the breed was exported to several countries with hopes of preserving the breed, but other countries used it primarily to crossbreed with other sheep, thereby limiting it's growth in numbers. Although the Wiltshire Horn was first documented in the US in 1624, it wasn't until the 1970's that the importation of it (this time from Australia) really happened again, but also for it's use in crossbreeding which led to the development of the breed Katahdin, a hair sheep. In the 1990's more Wiltshire Horn sheep were imported which strongly increased the genetic depth of the US population. Both sexes are spiral horned and though this breed requires high quality nutrition and good management to reach it's full potential, they average 160% increase from lambs each year on actively breeding ranches. These hardy sheep are good mothers. Their fleece is unique in that it contains both wool and fine hairs which are shed in spring, something that doesn't typically happen in other breeds. When bred with other breeds of sheep, the offspring tend to be large and vigorous, so rams are often used for this purpose. Because of their variable temperaments, among other things, these sheep are best for intermediate level shepherds.

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**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

Starting in the 1600's, hair sheep were brought to the Caribbean from Europe and especially West Africa and were developed into specific breeds adapted to the Caribbean. These hair sheep were especially valued for their manure, vital to sugar cane plantations. Caribbean hair sheep became adapted to the heat and humidity of the area and there are now several breeds of haired sheep in that region. Their hair doesn't require shearing and keeps them cooler than wool would. In 1975, Dr. Warren Foote of Utah State University imported 22 ewes and 3 rams from St. Croix in the Virgin Islands. He selected from the breed Virgin Islands White sheep, animals that were a consistent size and all polled (not horned). Once here, they were developed through the selection for consistency and eventually became their own breed. These small, docile sheep are exceptionally parasite resistant, far more than most other sheep breeds. They are also highly fertile, being able to become pregnant at only 6 months old, often giving birth to twins and having plenty of milk for them, plus often birthing twice a year. These meat sheep have plenty to offer, especially in the hot, humid south. However, in colder climates up north, these adaptable sheep grow a long, heavy winter coat of wool and hair that is then shed come spring. St. Croix are excellent foragers and they are easy keepers, meaning it's easy to keep them well-fed. Because of their foraging skills they are also used to keep grass mowed in orchards as well as used to control invasive plants. These sheep offer a lot for a homesteader and are good for novice to intermediate shepherds.

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**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

Developed in the "South Downs" of Sussex in England, this breed of sheep is one of the most historically important sheep in England. They have been valued for their wool, their meat, and their ability to improve offspring when bred with other breeds of sheep. The oldest of the "down" sheep breeds, they originated from sheep native to the area. In the late 1700's people began improving them, working towards what would later be known as Southdown sheep. Instrumental in the development of other sheep breeds, these polled (non-horned) sheep have consistent qualities, are hardy, docile, quick growing, and have excellent meat quality. These sturdy sheep, now used mostly for meat, have excellent lambing rates between 140% - 160%. While they have fine to medium quality wool, with a staple length of only 1.5 - 2.5 inches (4-6 cm), they are primarily used for meat today. While these sheep are active, they have a calm disposition. They've been selected for meat quality and thus, mature quickly and forage efficiently. The decline of this breed occurred in the 1900's when larger meat breeds where bred, because of the efficiency of raising bigger sheep, despite the delicious taste of the Southdown. This breed's population has held steady for the last 20 years and is a good choice for novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/southdown

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

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Clun Forest is not actually a forest as we normally expect, but an upland grazing area that is excellent for raising sheep. It takes it's name from Clun, an ancient English market town near the Wales border. Through both natural selection and the selection by shepherds, Clun Forest sheep, bred as dual purpose sheep for both their meat and wool qualities, have become hardy, fertile, and long-lived sheep over the last two hundred years. They are also good mothers, produce a lot of milk, and are typically easy and prolific breeders. These white sheep with brown faces and legs are active and alert sheep, are docile, and are easy to handle. Their wool is dense and of medium quality with a length of 2-4 inches (6-10 cm). These adaptable sheep were first imported into the US in 1970. This breed does well on only grass and are easy keepers (easily keep weight on them). Producers, in an attempt to prevent the standards of breeding being changed by show breeders, do not allow Clun Forest sheep to be shown. With a focus on production, only rams born as twins are allowed to be registered. This breed does well with novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/clun-forest

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

This dual purpose breed, known for both its wool and meat, is one of the "luster longwool" breeds, a group of breeds known for their shiny, long wool. After they are sheared, these sheep shine in the sunlight until dust and dirt from the environment hide the shine of their exceptional wool. The Leicester (pronounced Lester) Longwool is also known as the English Leicester. This breed was developed in the mid 1700's by Robert Bakewell, who was the 1st to use modern selection techniques to improve a livestock breed. This docile breed was highly prized in the US, especially for crossbreeding to improve offspring. However, after the importation of other wool breeds, especially the Merino, the Leicester Longwool fell out of favor and is believed to have been extinct in the US by the 1930's or '40's. Only a very small population remained in Canada. By 1990, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, a historic site in Virginia, reestablished the breed in the US and several conservation flocks have been established to preserve this rare breed. These medium to large sheep have a heavy, lustrous, soft fleece that is up to 8 inches (20 cm) long. This slow growing breed is calm and easy to handle and grazes while other sheep are more alert. However, they do not work well with herding dogs. These sheep have great historic significance and have been an integral part of creating several new breeds. This breed is best for advanced shepherds only.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/leicester

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

The Romeldale and California Variegated Mutant (CVM), the multicolored variant of the Romeldale, are both dual purpose, wool and meat. Both of these sheep are unique to the United States. They have a high rate of twins, are not seasonal breeders, are long-lived, have wonderfully fine fleece, and are excellent mothers. In the 1960's colored lambs began to appear in the previously white Romeldales. Glen Eidman took an interest in these colored Romeldale sheep and began line breeding them, selecting for fleece quality. He called his sheep California Variegated Mutants or CVMs. These sheep have a light body with a dark belly and head. But aside from the color, both varieties are the same. They are best for novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/cvm

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

The sheep that later became the Tunis breed were gifted to George Washington and were sheep from the North African country, Tunisia. By approximately the beginning of the 1800's the sheep had developed into a breed distinct from their predecessors and were mentioned in numerous journals, letters, and farm records of the day. Tunis sheep are some of the oldest breeds of livestock developed in the United States. Spread throughout the Southeast, these sheep were common on farms as they had adapted well to the heat and humidity of the South. However, during the Civil War, the sheep were all but wiped out. Only one flock remained, hidden by Maynard Spigener of South Carolina, who hid the last remaining flock on his land near the city of Columbia, South Carolina. Thanks to him, they were not lost forever. These beautiful sheep have ivory fleece and red-ish faces and legs. They are polled (don't have horns), and are prolific breeders. Their lambs are economical to raise and have excellent meat to bone ratio. The Tunis sheep has medium quality fleece which turns white during processing. Their staple length (length of the fleece) is 3-5 inches (7-12 cm) long. The ewes (females) are fertile and consistently produce twins. They also produce an abundance of milk and are good mothers. They thrive on forage and are easy keepers (easily maintain their weight). They do well with novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/tunis

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

This ancient breed is found in two varieties, horned and polled (hornless). The Dorset Horn (or Horned Dorset) is in danger. These white sheep are avid grazers and use feed well. They produce a prolific amount of milk and have been used as milking sheep. These sheep are heat tolerant, causing rams (males) to be sexually potent earlier in the season than most breeds. In addition, the ewes (females) don't have to be bred specifically in the fall for spring lambs. They can also be bred in the spring for fall lambs. No other British breed is able to mate aseasonally (during any season). Some ewes can even produce twice a year and sometimes even with twins. Previously always horned, in the 1950's in North Carolina State University, a genetic mutation caused the birth of polled animals. These sheep were bred together to create more and the polled Dorset was born. There was also a polled version developed in Australia, but it was due to the introduction of new breeds, not due to a spontaneous mutation. The polled Dorset has quickly become one of the most popular sheep breeds in the nation, while their horned brethren continue to see a decline in numbers. These sheep have medium-grade wool and are docile. They are good for novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/dorset-horn

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

The Black Welsh Mountain Sheep is the only totally black sheep in Britain. They were originally from Wales sheep that were white, but would occasionally spawn a black sheep. Eventually these black sheep were mated together and selected for good conformation and finer fleece (wool). These sheep are small to medium sized with thick, short wool is only 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) long, but it is prized among fiber artists for its rich black color. The rams (males) have horns while the ewes (females) are polled (hornless). These dual purpose, meat and wool, animals are hardy, great mothers, self-reliant, and excellent foragers, able to make use of marginal land. Black Welsh Mountain lamb is a premium meat in Britain. Their temperament varies, depending on their flock and breeding and they also do not flock tightly, less of a problem on today's modern farms with fencing. These sheep are a conservation priority because in 2012, the British population dropped below 5000 sheep. Thankfully there is also a small contingent of sheep in the US as well. These sheep are good for novice to intermediate shepherds.

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**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

Shropshire sheep are a type of Downs sheep, originating from the Shropshire Downs in England. Black-faced sheep have been described in that region as far back as 1341, though this breed wasn't officially developed until much later. While of only medium-good hardiness, these sheep are prolific breeders, have excellent fleece (wool) and good flesh. These dual purpose sheep lamb easily, gain weight quickly, and are feed efficient. Their medium-grade wool is 2.5 - 4 inches (6-10 cm) in length. Because of their docile and gentle temperament, they are a good choice for children's livestock projects. They may also be considered a tri-purpose sheep as many produce an ample amount of milk. They are good for novice to intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/shropshire

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

Possibly partial descendants from the sheep that arrived in England with the Romans, Cotswold sheep are a luster longwool variety that was named for Cotswold Hills, a region of western England that has been known for sheep for over 2000 years. Cotswold regional wool was so highly prized and such an integral part of the financing of British expansion during the early Elizabethan era that even today, the British Chancellor of the Exchequer sits on a ceremonial Cotswold wool sack. Over time, especially in the US, Cotswold sheep began to be used to cross with finely fleeced sheep to produce large lambs that could be either used for meat or fleece. This crossbreeding nearly caused the extinction of the Cotswold in the middle 1900's. They were saved largely by a revival of fiber arts and the rediscovery of their shiny long wool that is 7-13 inches (18-33 cm) fleece. These large, docile sheep are excellent mothers and though they can forage efficiently, they need good forage for optimal performance. These sheep are best for intermediate shepherds.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/cotswold

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

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When a little girl can’t fall asleep, she tries to close her eyes and count some sheep, but her flock of counting sheep was nowhere to be found. Join her as she searches for her missing flock, who are out having adventures of their own. She finds them doing everything from flying into outer space to diving in the sea. As she counts them one by one, she realizes that counting sheep can be hard work and a lot of fun.

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One of the oldest breeds in North America, Florida Cracker sheep are believed to have been developed from sheep the Spanish brought over in the 1500's. Typically used only for meat, these sheep are active and vigorous, but not wild. They have a docile temperament. They are also far more parasite resistant than similar breeds. Ewes (females) can be bred back one month after lambing and can give birth twice a year. Their birthing rate is 150%-200% with twins being common, triplets also being frequent, and quadruplets even occasionally being born. The Florida Cracker sheep can survive on poor forage, is heat tolerant, they are excellent mothers, flock well, and are hardy animals. Renewed interest in low-input sustainable agriculture, has renewed interest in Florida Cracker sheep. These sheep are good for novice to intermediate shepherds. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.


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**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

In the 1700's, on Hog Island, a barrier island off the coast of Virginia, a flock of sheep was created from locally available British sheep. With time and natural selection, the sheep became hardy and productive as well as forage efficient. Between 1930 and 1945 a line of hurricanes and storms hit the island, running residents off. By 1945, the only residents remaining were these docile but alert sheep. Eventually the island was sold and the sheep were removed, the last of which were moved in 1978. While a few of these sheep are in private flocks, most eventually found their way into numerous historical landmarks including George Washington's Birthplace, Plymouth Plantation, and the National Colonial Farm. While most owners shear their sheep, the Hog Island sheep will actually shed its wool slowly each year. They stay in tight flocks and the ewes (females) are very good mothers and often give birth to twins. While they are great foragers, they prefer to browse (eat higher things like bushes and trees). The Hog Island sheep is typically used at historical sites as well as used for wool. They are best for intermediate shepherds. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

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One of the 4 English longwool breeds, the Lincoln sheep has had a significant impact on sheep breeding worldwide. Originating in England's Lincolnshire lowlands, the sheep came to the US around 1800, but didn't gain popularity until the late 1800's when they began to be crossed with other sheep to increase hardiness, size and wool length. These large, hardy sheep have long, lustrous wool. Through good nutrition, they can grow wool up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length. By 1980, there were less than 1000 of these sheep in their native homeland and they were rare globally as well. These docile sheep are used for wool and are a good fit for intermediate level shepherds.

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Mulefoot hogs have solid, non-cloven feet. Though this can occasionally happen in any pig breed, it is the hallmark of this one. Bred for lean meat production, these hogs likely descended from Spanish pigs brought over by the Spanish explorers in the 1500's. By the 1900's they'd become a standardized breed. During that time, there were over 200 herds registering litters every year. As of 2006, there were less than 200 purebred hogs in existence. They are primarily in one herd in Missouri, believed to be the last purebred herd on the planet. Mulefoot hogs are prized for their meat, lard, and especially for their hams. This breed fattens easily and is active, yet docile. They forage well, have litters of 5-6 piglets, though they may have as many as 12, and the sows (females) are excellent, calm mothers. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/mulefoot

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

These large, red hogs have a fleshy wattle on each side of their neck, thus their name. It has no known function, and when the Red Wattle hog is crossbred, it usually passes on the wattle. These hogs can be huge, as much as 1200 lbs (544 kg) and up to 4 ft (1.2 m) tall and 8 ft (2.4 m) long. Red Wattle hogs are excellent foragers, are very hardy, and grow quickly. The product tender, flavorful, lean meat, are excellent mothers, provide plenty of milk for their large litters, are docile, and can adapt to a wide range of climates. Their active foraging and gentle nature make them a great choice for small scale pasture pork producers. When bred to other pigs, the offspring have a leaner carcass and good vigor. In 1999, only 42 Red Wattle hogs were known to exist. The Livestock Conservancy is working hard to ensure this breed is not lost forever. Because of their gentle disposition, they are a good choice for a novice hog breeder.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/redwattle

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

This white pig with black spots was developed in Gloucestershire, England in the 1800's. Unfortunately, the 2 pigs believed to have been bred to create this breed are now extinct. The Gloucestershire (pronounced Glostersheer) Old Spots pig is possibly the oldest spotted pig known and was developed to be an excellent forager and grazer and they can typically fend for themselves on most pasture. These pigs reigned during the 1920's and '30's because of their lean, tasty bacon and large slabs. However, after WWII, farmers took an interest in more intensive production and animals raised on pasture fell out of favor. During the 1960's, the Gloucestershire Old Spots pig almost became extinct. While they've contributed genetics to several other pig breeds, by 2009 there were only about 1000 of them left in Great Britain and about 200 in the US. Thankfully, they are a favorite meat of the royal family, so the breed has benefited more in England than the US. Known for its docile temperament, intelligence, and prolificacy, these pigs still have a lot to offer. Because of their mothering skills, they are able to raise large litters on pasture. Based of their excellent disposition and their self-sufficiency, they do well with homesteads looking to diversify into pasture pigs.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/gos

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

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In the year 2117 Dr. Janix Frostman successfully implanted the first Immortality Chip, eliminating death for humanity, most of it at least. But after 100 years, the majority of the planet has been ravished by the undying race. Dr. Adalex Justus and her lab partner, Azeral Falco, have to save the world from an imminent catastrophe. With Dr. Frostman and the Elitists fighting against all threats to their luxurious lives on Cloud Nine, can Adalex and Azeral save the world before it is too late?

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Ossabaw Island hogs were developed on Ossabaw Island through natural selection after they either were released or escaped from Spanish explorers. However, the pigs are most similar to the pigs of the Canary Islands which have an Asian influence. These pigs offer several important scientific opportunities. Two of the more important include because of their isolation, they are the most similar to the Spanish pigs brought over, so to learn more about them, the Ossabaw Island hog can be studied. Also, partly because these animals have been harshly selected by nature for those strong enough to endure the heat, humidity, and seasonal food availability. These are important attributes that should be studied, used, and passed on. In addition, these animals can store an amazing amount of body fat to help them through lean seasons. This is a biochemical animal model for humans who are non-insulin dependent diabetics. The hogs are also highly tolerant of salt. However, several of their adaptations decline or disappear when they are taken out of their environment. Though traditionally black, these active hogs can also be black with white spots or white/light with black spots. They are also very hairy animals. They have been redomesticated and have been doing well in herds since the 1980's. The do particularly well in pasture pork situations. These animals become a lean meat. They are currently listed as critically endangered, the most extreme rank on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/Ossabaw

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

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The Tamworth pig gets its name from the village of Tamworth in Staffordshire in England. In this region, up until 1815, pigs were kept in the local forests to forage during fall and winter, though the Tamworth wasn't standardized as a breed until the mid 1800's. Tamworth pigs, probably a cross between Irish and local pigs, are long and lean, as well as active and athletic. They are efficient foragers and can walk long distances to find food, if needed. Their coats protect them from sunburn. These ginger-red pigs are agreeable and docile animals. Sows (female pigs) frequently have large litters with strong piglets which often have a 100% survivability rate. Great for lean meat, these pigs have fine bones which can lead to as much as a 70% carcass weight with excellent meat to bone ratio. They are considered a "bacon" breed because though they thrive on low energy foods, they also grow slowly.

https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/tamworth

**There is a movement called "Eat them to save them" which encourages people to eat endangered livestock so that farmers can make a profit from them and, in turn, with the increase in demand, breed more, increasing their numbers. Nearly all breeds fell into decline when demand for them declined, never because of too much interest. Farmers need to make a living, too, and on most farms, economics drives the number of animals they can breed each year. If animals aren't generating income, they can't be a primary animal on the property. Proving themselves profitable is how animals are saved. So when you have an opportunity to try an endangered animal, "Eat them to save them." Note: This does NOT apply to endangered wildlife. Do not eat endangered wildlife!

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