Canadian Arcott

[1] This breed was a result of a crossbreeding program of Suffolk (37%), Ile de France (28%), Leicester (14%), North Country Cheviot (7%) and Romnelet (6%); the remaining 8% was contributed from Shropshire, Lincoln, Southdown Dorset, East Friesian, Finnsheep and Corriedale.

[2] Canadian Arcotts have white or mottled faces that are free of winkles and wool.

[1][2] They have heavily muscled legs and a long narrow tail that is covered with wool.

[1] Ewes reach sexual maturity at 230 days old and weigh approximately 49 kg.

Ewes lamb at eight-month intervals in February and October; the length of gestation is typically 147 days.