Farmer introduces Maremma guardian dogs, sharply reduces sheep and lamb deaths in Central West NSW
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Central West NSW farmer Leo Tompkins introduced Maremma guardian dogs after losing all his lambs to feral predators, and sheep and lamb mortality on his property dropped drastically. Researchers and farmers are expanding use and seeking training and information to help other producers adopt Maremmas.
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KEY FACTS
- Tompkins said that after acquiring one Maremma, sheep and lamb mortality on his property dropped drastically; after acquiring a second dog he said he had 'barely any predation issues whatsoever.'
- Maremmano-Abruzzese sheepdogs, better known as Maremmas, are the Italian guardian breed being used to protect flocks.
- Researchers are seeking to provide more information and training to farmers interested in using Maremmas.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Maremmas protect farmers’ flocks in Australia — ABC News Australia - ua.news
Brief
Maremma guardian dogs are protecting sheep and lambs on Australian farms, with farmers reporting drastic drops in sheep and lamb mortality after acquiring the dogs. As a result, researchers are seeking to provide more information and training to farmers interested in using Maremmas.
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