The project is run by Harley Hatch and his wife, Mary, who did not want her picture taken. They have been in the ranching business many years, and their son, Ben Hatch, is chairman of the board of the Navajo Sheep Project. Sheilah likes having her picture taken. The long greaseless wool comes in the natural colors of white, gray, brown, and black. The ewes have strong maternal instincts and the lambs have a high rate of survival.
Twins are common, which the mother can easily raise, and often there are triplets.
These two are only one day old. The Churro are bred for the desirable traits of longest wool, and four horned rams, which the Navajo believe is a sign from their gods. Careful records are kept to avoid cross-breeding. Notice the markings. The Churro are a gentle sheep.