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‘Smiling’ Sheep Gaining Popularity In U.S.

Herdwick sheep, known as the smiling sheep, are born with black bodies and white faces. The first semen was imported to North America in 2008. Increased availability of frozen semen is expanding the genetic base, and several breeders are establishing a national breed registry.

Erin and Ray Bradt have been breeding Herdwicks since 2012. They’ve sold varying percentage Herdwicks from Vermont to Texas. With more than 70 head, Erin is believed to have the largest Herdwick flock in the U.S.

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