Sheep

Sheep in full fleece require more space in confinement than shorn animals. Sheep require a dry comfortable area for lying and space to escape from dominant animals, as sheep will fight less dominant herd mates. Solid partitions can be used to provide areas for escape. Shorn ewes should have access to flooring with low thermal conductivity (straw-bedded or wooden flooring). Continuous housing on concrete floors should be avoided as it leads to joint problems.