Texel Ram for Hire (Titan)
Texel Ram for Hire (Titan)
Key Features of Titan:
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Distinctive Physical Characteristics: Short, wide face with a distinctive absence of wool on the head or legs. His black nose and widely placed, short ears with a nearly horizontal carriage further enhance his distinctive Texel look.
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Robust Body Structure: Titan's physique is a testament to the Texel breed's renowned strength and resilience. His body is well-proportioned, with strong loins, a solid square stance, and round, well-developed gigots. This robust body structure ensures the potential for producing offspring with similar traits of strength and resilience.
- Excellent Health and Vigor: Maintained in prime health, Titan exudes vitality and vigour. His solid constitution and resilience make him well-equipped to thrive in various environmental conditions, ensuring his ability to fulfil his role as a superior Texel ram within your breeding program
Important Information
How long do I get the ram for?
When you hire one of my rams you get him for a minimum of 6 weeks so he is with your ewes for 2 cycles.
What is required when he is dropped off?
When I drop him off the paddock must be easily accessible by car and trailer. I will pull into the paddock and let him off the trailer with your ewes.
Your fences and gates must be in good condition so he remains secure on your property while he is in your care.
What is required when he is picked up?
The ram has to be ready in a set of yards or a secure pen with at least a couple of ewes.
Sheep don't like to be by themselves, particularly rams. If he is left alone in a set of yards there is a good chance he will injure himself trying to get back to the flock.
A loading ramp isn't necessary. As long as the yards or secure pen is easily accessible by car and a trailer.
If you are using a secure pen, it must be something that you have used previously and can easily get your sheep into.
When do ewes start ovulating?
The natural breeding season for ewes generally lasts from about February to June. During this time, a ewe will get in heat and ovulate roughly every 16 days.
When is payment required?
Payment is required to book your ram hire.
There is a limited availability so booking well in advance is advisable if you would like to rent a specific ram.
How to book this ram?
Text Arlo the following details to request availability.
Your full name
Name of ram
Desired date of hire
Address for drop off