When winter temperatures cause the pasture to go dormant, the Moores bring the sheep into the greenhouse-barns. During the winter, these bright, airy structures can reach 70 degrees on a sunny day. At night, the animal's collective heat helps to keep them warm.

From February through the end of April the ewes have their lambs. As each mother gives birth, the Moores isolate the ewe and her lamb(s) for few days. This isolation allows the ewes to bond with their lambs and ensures that the lambs can easily nurse. Once the lambs are a bit more sturdy on their legs, the sheep are returned to the herd.

As warm temperatures return, the sheep are gradually moved out of doors and their diet changed from alfalfa hay to fresh pasture.

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