This discussion focuses on the feasibility of constructing a low fence to prevent sheep from jumping over a steep upward slope. It is established that sheep typically jump around 90cm, with a recommended minimum fence height of 120cm for standard wire fencing. The user proposes a 1M steep bank and seeks to understand how much this incline would reduce the sheep's jumping ability. The consensus suggests that the effective height of the fence could be significantly lower, potentially just above the sheep's legs, especially if designed to prevent them from gaining a foothold at the top.
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Would something like a scarecrow (fake wolf) prevent sheep from entering an area? Or would they figure out quickly it's fake, if it doesn't move?Baluncore said:Chickens are more stupid than sheep.
Inhead costs: Sanity!DaveC426913 said:Note to self: Million dollar business idea. Grooming and boarding services for imaginary sheepdogs. Overhead costs: zero!
A Haha would tend to take care of that. I expect they are cleverer than I used to think - but they have those whacky eyes . . . . . .Baluncore said:Sheep can, without trying, easily do 3 metres in the long jump.