Meet The Cute Valais Blacknose Sheep – The Sheep That Look The Same Like Stuffed Toys

It’s no longer a surprise why the cutest sheep breed in the world award goes to the Valais Blacknose Sheep continuously. Black furry faces among the sporting fluffy white wool are adorable!

The thick fluffy coat of this cute swiss sheep species has developed to thrive in the harsh winters as they are native to the mountainous states of Valais in Switzerland. 

Their origin of the valerian blacknose sheep runs back to the 15th century, yet they weren’t considered as a breed until 1962. 

It’s not only their mysterious black faces and fluffy fur the reason for them to earn the reputation. These sheep are quite social and friendly with humans than the other sheep and that too has helped them to gain their fame. 

The main intention to raise these sheep was to get a big amount of wool. But, it didn’t take much time for them to become all time favourites due to the cute look and behaviour. 

These miniature Valais Blacknose sheep are usually adopted as beloved pets by the families of farmers in Switzerland. 

Adoption of them is not exclusive for Swiss Alps, but also for the people all over the world. 

These fluffy creatures have become an extreme fashion thus has a high global demand. It’s definitely their appearance that filters them from the ordinary. 

Black face, feet, ears, knees and spiral horns with white thick curly wool is a brilliant blend. 

What do you think of the majestic horns of these mini blacknose sheep look like when they graze?

Unfortunately, the blacknose sheep population started reducing at the beginning of the 20th century but soon recovered after about 40 years, especially in Switzerland.

Though recovered, the present estimated worldwide population of these sheep is around 19,000. 

Anyone who is interested in them can find them easily by shows and contests set up by these sheep lovers and farmers regularly. 

At present, there aren’t any pure-bred sheep of this breed found in the US since they are highly sought after breed. 

You too can check out the ‘Annual Shephered Festival’ held in Switzerland with quite a large number of local and international audiences. 

What do you think of the Valais Blacknose Sheep breed? Do you think that you too deserve one? Comment your ideas below. Happy trials until we meet again!