People new to breeding pets are often confused when their pet delivers its young and either ignores them or kills them. Sometimes the problem is owner error, and other times the pet just does not want to be a parent.
My wife and I do not own any dogs, but have found that some animals make just as good pets, or even better. If for some reason you cannot have a dog, or just do not want one, these are great alternatives, however they are illegal as urban pets in most areas.
Many people might have the idea of being noble and rescuing a farm animal and keeping it as a pet. But with few exceptions, it’s likely not a practical venture.
The industry calls them “bummer” lambs, but I prefer to call them “bottle-babies”. These are the lambs that may be orphaned or lambs that the mother refused (or was unable) to care for. This is a guide on how you should care for these lambs.
