Sheep Gestation Calculator

Estimated Lambing Date:

Earliest Possible Date:

Latest Possible Date:

1. What is Sheep Gestation?

Definition: Sheep gestation is the period from breeding to lambing, averaging 147 days but ranging from 142 to 152 days.

Purpose: This calculator helps you estimate when your ewe will give birth to her lambs.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator estimates the lambing date based on the breeding date using this formula:

\[ \text{Lambing Date} = \text{Breeding Date} + 147 \, \text{days} \]

Explanation: The average gestation period for sheep is about 147 days (approximately 5 months), though lambing can occur between 142 and 152 days depending on breed, litter size, and health.

3. Signs of Sheep Pregnancy

Indicators: Look for weight gain and udder development after 2-3 months, increased appetite, and nesting behavior near lambing.

4. Preparing for Lambing

Tips: Ensure a high-protein diet in late pregnancy, prepare a clean lambing area, and monitor the ewe closely. Ewes typically have 1-3 lambs.

Favorite