Facts about dorset horned rams
- Rams weigh between 225-275 pounds
- J.C. weighs about 275 pounds
- Ram horns spiral out and curl forward
- Rams have white faces with distinct pink noses
- Rams fleece length averages 2.5 to 4 inches
- Rams typically live 10-12 years
- J.C. will hopefully live long past that timeline!
- Rams who are in captivity typically eat grain and hay
- J.C. especially loves when Dr. Hendrix feeds him Nature Valley oats!
https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/dorset-horn