Deccani Sheep Kid

The Deccani Sheep Kid is a well-known native breed from the Deccan Plateau, covering parts of Telangana, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. It is recognized for its black or dark grey coat, hardiness, and ability to survive and perform well under dry, low-input conditions. This multipurpose breed is popular for both meat and wool, making it a valuable addition to any traditional or commercial livestock operation.

At Shazam Farms, our Deccani sheep kids are raised on natural grazing systems, monitored for health, and vaccinated as per veterinary standards. These kids are ideal for farmers seeking a low-maintenance, climate-resilient breed that performs well in open and semi-intensive systems.

Key Benefits

• Hardy and well-adapted to dry, semi-arid climates

• Dual-purpose breed: meat and coarse wool

• Low feed requirement and high disease resistance

• Excellent choice for extensive grazing systems

• Popular among rural livestock keepers across South India

Suitable For

• Traditional farmers in semi-arid zones

• Extensive and open grazing systems

• Low-input meat production setups

• Community and tribal farming programs

• Qurbani buyers in search of native, black-coated sheep

Breed Information

• Breed Type: Deccani

• Origin: Deccan Plateau (Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka)

• Use: Primarily meat, also for wool

• Age at Sale: 2–3 months (approximate)

• Weight at Sale: 6–9 kg (approximate)

• Gender: Male and female mix unless specified

• Vaccination: Dewormed, PPR and ET vaccine administered

Management Tips

• Suited for open grazing 6–8 hours/day

• Provide basic housing for shade and rain protection

• Offer minimal supplementation during dry months

• Routine deworming every 45 days improves growth

• Avoid crossbreeding to retain native disease resistance

Delivery & Availability

• Pickup available from Shazam Farms, Hyderabad

• Delivery across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka

• Transport provided with pre-dispatch health clearance

• Available in limited batches; pre-booking advised