Rare quintuplets born to a sheep on a vineyard in Victoria, British Columbia.
Spunky Quintuplet Lambs Steal the Show at BC Winery!
Hey there! Let's talk about some adorable, record-breaking lambs that are making waves in Victoria, British Columbia. Ashley Rice, the owner of Prohibition Winery, became an overnight sensation when her remarkably fertile ewe, Abigail, brought home a bumper crop of lambs – quintuplets!
Ashley, on a routine errand, left Abigail with the flock while she picked up her kids from school. She noticed Abigail wandering away and assumed she'd be giving birth soon. Just a short hour later, upon her return, she stumbled upon a mini mob of five bleating lambs!
"It was quite the surprise!" exclaims Ashley. "Even our shearing pro was flabbergasted!"
The quintuplets made their grand entrance at an astonishing speed. Typically, such a delivery could take up to a day, but these lambs were already clean, active, and on their feet when Ashley got back.
Remarkably, there were no complications, birth defects, or any issues to speak of. The lambs are "super healthy and happy," and their parents, stud muffin Fro, and Abigail, are thriving.
"We're incredibly grateful!" Ashley shares.
The quintet is now three days old, and they're busy learning to hop, play, and pester their mother. The smallest one is closely monitored, but Ashley reassures there's no cause for concern. She's feisty and full of personality, making up for what she lacks in size.
While the ewes and rams on the farm usually don't get names, this time Ashley's letting her kids join in the naming fun. She plans to keep the quintet until they reach maturity in November.
Ashley and her husband initially focused on grapes and winemaking, but fell in love with the sheep flock. caring for five ewes and a ram is quite the chore, but Ashley laughs it off, "We're a little overwhelmed, but it's all worth it!"
Friends, family, and curious onlookers can't wait to catch a glimpse of the fame-grabbing lambs during Prohibition Winery's grand opening, happening this weekend! For those unable to visit, Ashley promises to keep everyone updated via her Instagram account and the winery's website, sharing the lambs' growth, quirks, and sweet moments as they develop.
Post 'em up on Instagram! @ash.rice
According to reports, Abigail's quintuplet lamb miracle is a one-in-a-million occurrence14. The speedy delivery and Abigail's history of multiple births (often twins or triplet) make this event truly extraordinary4. Fro, the stud muffin ram, has fathered a number of multiples, contributing to this miraculous event. For the full scoop, head to our enrichment section!
- The home-and-garden lifestyle at Prohibition Winery has recently taken a shocking turn with the arrival of a record-breaking set of quintuplet lambs.
- As these tiny ewes grow stronger each day, their playful, pestering antics are sure to captivate any visitor tuning into their documented journey, further delighting the winery's lifestyle patronage.
- Despite the extraordinary circumstances of their birth, the quintuplets exhibit super health and vibrant energy, promising a bright future for this unconventional home-and-garden household.
- The fame-grabbing lambs, with a series of sweet moments and quirks, are now ready to make their grand debut this weekend at the winery's opening event, making it an unforgettable home-and-garden experience for all.
