Preserving a Rare Breed. Empowering Modern Stewardship.

Dedicated to the preservation and responsible advancement of the Teeswater Sheep through education, conservation-minded stewardship, transparent records, and modern tools that support dedicated breeders.

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Our Mission

The Society supports the preservation and responsible advancement of the Teeswater Sheep through education, transparent records, and conservation-minded stewardship. Our registry documents the information breeders need to protect breed character, maintain genetic diversity, support sound selection, and strengthen the long-term future of this rare longwool breed. By building relationships with breeders, researchers, conservation partners, and allied organizations, the Society seeks to share meaningful data, foster innovation, and apply modern tools in service of the legacy, judgment, and tradition of dedicated livestock breeders.

Preserve

Safeguard breed character, history, fleece quality, soundness, and useful diversity through thoughtful stewardship and reliable records.

Educate

Provide trusted resources, standards, examples, and guidance that help breeders make informed, conservation-minded decisions.

Support

Equip members with modern registry tools, transparent workflows, and practical resources that strengthen flock management and recordkeeping.

Steward

Encourage responsible selection, collaboration, and long-term planning that serve both individual flocks and the future of the breed.

Registry & Recordkeeping

Detailed, Flexible,
and Credible.

Best-in-class records support better breeding decisions. The platform is designed to document animals thoroughly, present information clearly, and preserve the details that matter over time.

Multi-generation pedigrees and transparent lineage.
DNA results, including expanded genomic panels, stored with the animal record.
Expanded profiles for blood percentage, color factor, designations, and notes.
AI / ET records, supporting documentation, and media uploads.
Searchable registry tools with secure cloud-based access.
Lifetime record retention built for serious breeders.

♞Explore the Registry

Animal Registrations

Pedigrees & Lineage

Present family history clearly through multi-generation pedigrees and connected lineage records.

DNA & Genomic Panels

Record DNA testing, expanded genomic panels, and laboratory information within the animal profile.

AI / ET Records

Capture insemination and embryo transfer details with technician, date, and supporting record fields.

Expanded Profiles

Document designations, color information, performance notes, and other meaningful breeding data.

Photos & Files

Organize photos, certificates, health records, and supporting documents in one professional profile.

Education & Resources

Breed Standard

Reference breed type, fleece character, color, markings, and selection considerations.

Read Standard

New Breeder Guide

Practical guidance for flock planning, documentation, registration, and responsible stewardship.

Start Guide

DNA Testing

Guidance for DNA results, expanded genomic panels, and genetic records stored with the animal profile.

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New breeder pathway

Learn. Steward. Document. Preserve.

The Society should serve as a trusted resource for breeders, owners, researchers, and conservation partners before a registration form is ever submitted.

▥Start the Guide

Learn the Breed

Breed history, standard, fleece, color, markings, and responsible breeding philosophy.

Prepare Records

Parentage, identification, photos, breeder certificates, AI/ET records, and supporting documentation.

Submit Correctly

Clear guidance, checklists, examples, and registrar support for complete, accurate records.

Maintain the Flock

Use the platform to maintain annual records, support transfers, generate reports, and plan responsibly.

Member Network & Market Credibility

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Find Breeders

Opt-in breeder profiles help buyers find active members, regional flocks, availability, fiber products, AI/semen availability, and mentor participants without exposing private contact data.

Open Directory

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Mentorship

New and experienced breeders can connect around first registrations, lambing, fleece evaluation, flock planning, and responsible selection goals.

Find a Mentor

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Member Listings

Member listings can support breeding stock, fleece, yarn, semen, transport coordination, and education opportunities without turning the Society into a sales platform.

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