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Fading Black Spots: Somatic Mutations
January 2026This edition discusses fascinating black spots which Babydoll lambs sometimes have at birth, and which slowly fade over the first twelve months of life.
Health Issues
November 2025This issue of Babydoll Banter discusses several health issues of sheep in general. Case studies written by members of BSAA add information and interest.Miniature Sheep? Or Just Naturally Small?
August 2025This issue explores whether Babydoll sheep are truly miniature sheep, as many people believe, or are just naturally small.Babydoll Sheep at Sheep Shows
July 2025This edition covers the showing of babydoll sheep and all the things associated with sheep shows including breed standard terms, preparation/selection and what the Judges look for.Hearding Sheep & Lamb Jackets
June 2025This edition of Babydoll Banter is in two sections. The first section is about herding Babydoll sheep and the second section is about using lamb jackets with Babydoll lambs.Animal Companions
May 2025This issue of Babydoll Banter explores the use of Babydoll sheep as companion animals and features an interview with Ila Jasmine abut her small business, "Mindfulness with Farm Friends."Gaucher Disease
December 2024This issue focuses on Gaucher Disease, explaining what it is, its effects on Babydoll sheep and how to test for it.Managing Genetic Diversity
October 2024This edition explores the importance of genetic diversity in Babydoll sheep and offers guidance on managing it effectively, especially given the limited genetic diversity within the breed.Our Babydoll Sheep
September 2024This issue takes a light-hearted look at fun facts about sheep in general, followed by several stories from BSAA members about their Babydoll sheep.Maximising Lamb Survival Rates
July 2024This issue is about strategies to maximize conception rates and to ensure the highest number of healthy Babydoll lambs are born.Feeding Pregnant Ewes
June 2024This edition explores the best feeding practices for pregnant Babydoll ewes to support a healthy pregnancy and improve the chances of successful lambing.Grading-Up Final
April 2024This edition is about how to develop and use a grading-up program with Babydoll sheep so that off-spring can eventually be given full registration by ASSBA.Countdown to Joining
March 2024This edition is about supporting Babydoll ewes to ensure successful breeding and healthy lambs.Transporting Babydoll Sheep
January 2024This issue is about safely transporting Babydoll sheep in accordance with State regulations. It includes BSAA member stories and has useful website links.Our Wonderful Babydoll Lambs
November 2023This edition features a collection of stories from BSAA members who share their experiences with lambing and raising Babydoll lambs.Vaccinating Lambs
September 2023This issue covers the essential vaccinations lambs need from birth to twelve months of age. It explains the common diseases affecting lambs and recommended vaccinations.Babydoll Banter Special Edition
July 2023This is the full-length unedited version of an article submitted to 'The Muster' the magazine of the Australian Stud Sheep Breeders Association by BSAA, showcasing the Babydoll Breed.Getting Ewes Ready for Lambing
July 2023This is the first edition in a series on lamb care. It focuses on preparing and caring for ewes before they lamb and includes links to useful websites.The Lambing Process
July 2023This is the third issue in our series on lamb care and focuses on strategies and tips for helping with the birthing process and looking after lambs once they arrive. Links to websites are shown.Caring for Poddy (Orphan) Lambs
July 2023This is the fourth issue in our series on lamb care and provides strategies and practical advice for successfully raising orphaned lambs. Links to helpful websites are provided.Getting Everything Ready for Lambing
June 2023This edition is about how to prepare and what you need to have on-hand in readiness for lambing.Babydolls at Home
February 2023This edition highlights the experiences of three BSAA members with keeping Babydoll sheep at home.Babydoll on Show
October 2022In this issue we feature an interview with Shane Foster of Redlands Babydoll Stud in SA, who shares his experiences showing his Babydoll sheep at his local agricultural show.