Most people think of the Valais Blacknose sheep when reading nursery rhymes, and it’s rarely seen outside of Europe. Its fuzzy black face, ears, and hocks make it look more like a toy than a ...

Speaking of dog-like, Valais blacknose sheep are just about dog-sized. Large males stand nearly 3 feet at the withers (where the shoulders meet the back), meaning most sheep will be smaller than that.

‘Valais Blacknose NZ has gone from strength to strength since then. Our Facebook page now has almost 12,000 followers and we are receiving daily emails from all over the world. (Picture: Cover ...

They have become the pin-up of the sheep world and for one family their Yorkshire Valais Blacknose flock has brought unbridled joy in the past three years, including their first reserve breed ...

The Valais Blacknose sheep originating in the Valais region of Switzerland are known as the cutest sheep in the world and it’s easy to see why. With their black faces, long spiral horns, black ...

Ms Lauber fell in love with Valais Blacknose sheep when she saw them on a television program, and, as she had sold a business, decided she would invest in bringing purebred embryos to Australia.

The Valais Blacknose is considered one of the rarest sheep breeds in the world. They are primarily raised for their high-quality wool. To stream 9NEWS on your phone, you need the 9NEWS app.

These are some baaaa-d looking sheep. In a good way, of course. >> Read more trending news The Valais Blacknose sheep could be the cutest sheep in the world. They certainly look cuddly, sporting ...

Meet the Valais blacknose sheep, otherwise known as the Walliser Schwarznasenschaf. It looks like an adorable creation from Jim Henson’s puppet shop, but it is wonderfully real. The breed ...

Originating from the Swiss Alps, Valais Blacknose sheep are distinguished by their striking black markings around their eyes and noses, making them a popular attraction at the 119th edition of the ...