Buck goats have scent glands and when they are in rut, emit oil from these glands to attract female goats, in the same manner as deer. Female goats or does, don't have have the smell of a buck in rut. The tighter the better. Wool so thick that is does not allow dirt to penetrate. Appears white near the skin.
Sheep are ruminants, grazers and a herbivore.
They are raised for wool, meat and by-products. Sheep raised for wool are not to be washed. Washing removes the lanolin from the wool. The average lifespan for a sheep is approximately 12 to 14 years. However, most Sanctuary animals come from abusive factory farm conditions and consequently may have more health problems and shorter lifespans.