12th January 2026

Animal Pregnancy Scanning Results

Exciting Scanning Results at Frampton Farm!

It’s been a busy and exciting time at Frampton Farm as we’ve been carrying out pregnancy scans across our herd and flocks! On 11th January our students helped as we scanned our sheep, alpacas, goats, and pigs, and we’re thrilled to share the results.

Why Scanning is Important
Regular pregnancy scanning is a vital part of farm management. It allows us to:

• Monitor the health of mums and their offspring

• Prepare appropriate nutrition and housing

• Identify and support any at-risk pregnancies early

• Plan for a safe and successful birthing season

 

Sheep Scanning Results!

Our ewes are looking healthy, and we have some exciting news: 21 are carrying a single lamb, 26 are expecting twins, 2 could not be clearly identified by the scanner and will be a surprise at lambing, and only 2 were not pregnant. The empty ewes have been returned to the ram, so if they conceive, we can expect another round of lambs this summer.!

With lambing season approaching, this gives us a great head start in preparing for their arrival and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both mums and lambs. We’re expecting the pitter-patter of lamb hooves from late February through to mid-April! Booking is now open for our lambing and baby animal experiences, click here to find our more

 

Goat Scanning Results!

The goats were the biggest surprise this year! We used a young billy goat, who seemed more interested in jumping the fence and exploring than paying attention to the ladies. While we had seen him attempt to mate a few does, he didn’t seem to quite get the hang of it. We were hoping maybe 1 or 2 of the girls would become pregnant.

It turns out he was just shy and preferred to be discreet—he got the job done when we weren’t looking! All 10 goats are expecting: 6 are carrying twins, 3 are expecting a single kid, and one scan wasn’t clear on whether she has one or two.

Because the billy goat kept us guessing, we don't know the exact date they are due, baby goats could arrive any time in March and April—we’ll be watching closely for lots of little kids! Kid goats are irresistibly cute and always a highlight of our spring baby animal experiences, and we can’t wait for visitors to meet these little bundles of joy!

 

Alpaca Scanning Results!

Unfortunately, we didn’t get such positive results with the alpacas this time. Sadly, none of them are currently pregnant, and Icegem—who we were told was expecting last autumn—doesn’t appear to be carrying a cria either. We’re hoping she may have been too far along for the scanner to detect, so we’ll keep a close eye on her for signs of “bagging up” next month and keep our fingers crossed.

If it turns out she isn’t pregnant, she will join Audrey, Bo, and Summer in February or March to go in with the boys for mating again.

 

Pig Scanning Results!

Our British Lops sows were also scanned, and we’re excited to confirm a healthy pregnancy for Skinny Pig! This gives us confidence as we head into the farrowing period and plan for her care.

Fat Pig, however, wasn’t pregnant—but Pork Chop, our boar, seems more than happy to move back in with her for a while, so we may have another chance at piglets in the future!

Skinny Pig is due to farrow around 2nd April, and we can’t wait to see the piglets running around the farm. If you’re visiting us in March, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! You’ll still be able to meet our hand-reared piglets born this month, and last year’s much-loved pet mini pigs, Pepper and George, will be more than happy to enjoy a scratch and a belly rub.