The remaining dirt can be removed during trimming if you dampen it, rake it with the curry comb, card it and then trim. Trimming Procedure 1. Place sheep on a trimming table and brush to remove dirt. Dampen the fleece with water. A mild solution of an acceptable sheep dip will help to clean and straighten the fibers 3.
Clean fiber ends with a circular curry comb.
Card the fleece to straighten the fibers. Trim off the rough carded wool until a smooth surface is obtained. The fleece will trim more easily if it is damp. Now do the major trimming. Trim the top of the width of the sheep's back making sure the top is level.