Pregnant does and ewes in late term can lose kids/lambs from transport stress.
Goats & Sheep
Species-specific transport rules. The full long-form guide is still being written — the critical rules below are authoritative and reflect current Steampunk Farms practice.
Top Rules
- Horned animals need horn-safe containment (no grates they can hook)
- Separate intact males from all others
- Avoid transport in the last 3 weeks of pregnancy
- Non-slip flooring — small ruminants panic on slick surfaces
Full guide coming soon
We’re expanding this into a long-form guide covering vehicle selection, loading techniques, temperature thresholds, species-specific paperwork, and partner facilities. In the meantime, the rules above + the main Safe Animal Transport Basics guide cover the core protocols.