Availability
There are over 250 "Babydoll" breeders in the United States, Canada and England and the number keeps growing.

The Registry
The registry was founded in 1991, for the preservation of the original breed type. It is solely owned and the name "Olde English Babydoll Miniature Southdown Sheep" is trade marked to the registry.

Why Everyone Loves their "Babydolls"
Because of their short legs, "Babydolls" do well in small areas. They are ideal for suburban lot owners who want the tranquility of sheep as living lawn ornaments. Both ewes and rams are polled (have no horns) and are non aggressive by nature. They are not wanderers and do not bother fences.

The ewes are good mothers, often raising twins and triplets with ease. Rarely do they need assistance when lambing.

Because "Babydolls" are an ancient breed, they are not prone to many of the modern sheep problems. They are quite resistant to foot rot in general, they are cared for like any other sheep which includes worming, hoof trimming, and a variety of vaccines for yearly boosters, tetanus and overeating.

Return to their Homeland
One of the major goals of the registry was to return the original breed to England where it has been extinct for over 50 years. This goal was accomplished in 1999.