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Would you be interested in attending? As first steps towards growing the Dutch Spotted Sheep Society Regional Groups, the Northern Regional Group are planning on hosting a flock visit in June 2025 within the Cumbria region. The day will include a farm walk, lunch and refreshments.  To make the first steps in the planning progress of this event, please register your interest by contacting region...

South West Regional Group recently hosted a highly informative trimming and ring craft workshop at Sedgemoor Auction Centre, attracting a strong turnout from members across the region. The event featured renowned professional trimmer and experienced showman Chrissy Davies, who provided an in-depth, step-by-step demonstration on preparing a sheep for the show ring. Attendees assembled around the s...

EAR TAGS FOR 2025 For 2025 the Society recommends WHITE Flag Tags which must bear the following: UK Flock Number, Individual EID Number, DSSS Flock Number and DSSS Year Letter - i

UKTAG has been asked to attend the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival in Maryland USA from the 3rd – 4th May 2025. The Dutch Spotted Sheep Society will have a booth at the event with Society Member and Veterinary Director of UKTAG Dr Rob Grinnall BVSc MRCVS giving a talk on importing UK genetics and the sheep available. The USA have imported embryos and semen valued at over £2million and we hope t...

The Dutch Spotted Sheep Society has amended charges to import of sheep from the Republic of Ireland and only those born in ROI to Northern Ireland to £20 + VAT per life for males and females. Further movement on to GB will trigger full import fee. To register these animals, DSS Registrations will need proof of purchase and Pedigree Certificate in order to be registered with the Society. For assis...

62. Farmers and shepherds should consider carefully whether tail docking within a particular flock is necessary. Tail docking may be carried out only if failure to do so would lead to subsequent welfare problems because of dirty tails and potential fly strike. If it is considered that both tail docking and castration are necessary, thought should be given to performing both operations at the one ...

The Dutch Spotted Sheep Society is delighted to announce the 2025 National Show Judges. Balmoral Show - Rhys Francis Great Yorkshire Show - Jonathan Marshall Royal Highland Show - Gordon Troup Royal Welsh Show - Dell Amson Congratulations to our judges - roll on show season!

Advice to Purchasers  The Society wishes to advise anyone purchasing pedigree stock privately to be sure they are registered and eligible for transfer into your flock. For further advise, please contact Society Secretary Rebecca, [email protected] or ‪07818 131242