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NSIP EBVs, Scrapie Free Flock Certification, OPP testing, and fiber analysis data for wool, meat, dairy, and heritage programs, published from real herd records.
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Visit the marketplaceWhat the indicators on a breeder profile mean
Identity confirmation
"Identity confirmed via Stripe Identity" means Stripe (not BreederHQ) confirmed the breeder's government-issued ID matched the legal name on file. BreederHQ does not perform the verification itself.
Registry passthrough
"Confirmed via NSIP" (or breed-specific registries) means BreederHQ queried the registry and found a matching record. Click the source-record link to verify current status directly with NSIP or the breed association.
Breeder's own attestation
Scrapie certification status, OPP testing, fiber analysis data, and health records are the breeder's own attestation. BreederHQ does not open, read, or vouch for uploaded documents. Request originals and verify directly.
What you can see on a sheep breeder profile
- NSIP EBVs: Estimated Breeding Values for growth, maternal, fleece, and parasite-resistance traits for enrolled breeders.
- Scrapie and disease documentation: Scrapie Free Flock Certification status, OPP testing results, foot rot history, and biosecurity protocols.
- Registered pedigrees: breed-specific association registration with documented lineage and show records on ancestors.
- Lambing and production history: past lambing records, current pregnancies, expected lambs, and waitlist status.
- Fiber quality data: for fiber breeds, independent lab micron counts, staple length, fleece weight, color, and natural color genetics where the breeder records them.
- Program story and goals: what the breeder is selecting for, herd history, and photos of current animals.
How to evaluate the sheep breeders you find
How to Evaluate Breeders
The questions to ask any livestock breeder, and what separates responsible programs from the rest.
Understanding Health Testing
Why scrapie certification, OPP testing, and whole-flock documentation matter before you buy.
Red Flags to Avoid
Warning signs of irresponsible practices and how to protect your flock before introducing new animals.
Contracts and Agreements
What a responsible livestock purchase agreement should cover before you commit.
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