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SHEEP REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
The Navajo-Churro is a landrace breed that does not always breed true-to-type like a commercial breed. Therefore the Navajo-Churro Sheep Association maintains an open flock book. Sheep with or without a pedigree may be registered if they conform to the Breed Standards. Click here for a link to the Breed Standards. Sheep are eligible for registration at one year of age (and up). The ideal time for registration is 18 months.
- Instruction Key. Please refer to the instruction key for quick help with the new forms and data points.
- Single Sheep Form
- Multiple Sheep Form
- On-Site Registration
- Registration Fees and Processing
- Transfer of Ownership
- Temporary Certificates for Lambs or Show
- Sire Certification
- 2018 Inspectors
- Registration Issues and Member Feedback
Single Sheep Form
Use the standard Sheep Registration Application and Sheep Registration Application Instructions for a single sheep that does not have two registered parents or for a sheep that you purchased from another breeder. You are not required to fill in every blank if you do not know the information. Note where the animal was purchased if breeder is unknown. Sheep must have ear tag or tattoo for identification.
For each application attach two photos: 1) photo from the side showing face/horns, fleece, and legs and 2) photo of the tail (recently shorn is ideal). Also attach a wool sample (1-2 large locks) taken from the midside of the body. Photos and wool sample should be taken with at least 4 months fleece growth. Label photos and wool sample clearly with animal name or tag number and staple to the back of the form. For more on photos and wool samples refer to our photo guide.
Recent Changes to the Single Sheep Form
The standard Sheep Registration Application was revised in May 2018 to capture several new data fields. For an in-depth guide to these new data fields refer to our updated N-CSA Color & Pattern Terms and Definitions.
Multiple Sheep Form
You may use the Multiple Sheep Form for sheep that have two registered parents. Include two photos and a wool sample for each sheep. Label photos and wool samples clearly with animal name or tag number.
On-Site Registration (Sometimes Available)
On-site inspections are sometimes available if an inspector lives near you or will be traveling to your area. Please note on-site inspections are not standard procedure. Several inspectors do not perform on-sites. Inspectors for 2018 are listed at the bottom of this page.
The cost of travel/other expenses is negotiated between sheep owner and inspector. Applicants provide catch pens and restrain animals. Sheep must have ear tags or tattoos prior to inspection. Inspectors are not expected to catch, hold, or tag sheep. Registration forms (Single or Multiple) must be filled out for each sheep before inspector arrives. Individual ewe photos and wool samples are waived on-site, however a photo for each ram is still required. A flock photo representing all (or several) of your sheep is also required. Label photos clearly and staple to your forms. Standard registration fees apply (per head). Signed applications and fees are sent to the N-CSA Office by the owner of the sheep, not the inspector.
Registration Fees and Processing (Mail-In or On-Site)
Members
Rams: $7.00 (each), Ewes: $5.00 (each). Transfers $2.00 (each).
Membership: $25.00 (Dues must be current to register).
Non-members
Rams: $14.00 (each), Ewes: $10.00 (each). Transfers $4.00 (each).
Send mail-in or on-site registration forms and fees (check payable to N-CSA) to:
Navajo-Churro Sheep Association
P.O. Box 190840
Boise, ID 83719-0840
spindanceacres@gmail.com
Please allow 6-8 weeks for applications to be processed. Mail-in applications are sent to a network of inspectors for review. Any inspectors listed below may review an application. Inspectors may not inspect their own sheep.
Transfer of Ownership
It is the responsibility of the SELLER to complete the transfer section on the back of the animal’s Certificate of Registry. Transfers are $2.00 per head. Please make checks payable to N-CSA. Mail the original Certificate of Registry with fee(s) to:
Kim Kerley, Registrar
397 Deep Creek Rd
Chehalis WA 98532
360-740-4667
Do not alter names or tag numbers on the Certificate (unless tags were replaced). Registrar will record the transfer, send the Certificate of Registry to the BUYER, and publish the transfer in the Flock Book.
Temporary certificates
Temporary certificates can be issued ASAP for lambs under 12 months of age or for unregistered/pending adult sheep. Sheep must be offspring of two registered parents to be eligible. Submit the Single Sheep Form with a side photo and note stating that a LAMB/SHOW certificate is needed. Standard registration fees apply (per head). Send form and fee (check payable to N-CSA) to:
Kim Kerley, Registar
397 Deep Creek Rd
Chehalis WA 98532
360-740-4667
Lamb/sheep with a temporary certificate are NOT yet officially registered. When you are ready to register the animal send in your temporary certificate, new photos (side and tail), a wool sample, and a fee of $2.00 per head. The sheep will enter the standard registration process. If the sheep passes, an official Certificate of Registry will be mailed to you.
Sire Certification
A Breeding Certificate is required along with your registration application if:
- You wish to be declared BREEDER of a sheep but do not own the sire that was used. Applies to “borrowing” a ram or taking a ewe to another farm/ranch to be bred.
- You purchase a bred ewe. The BREEDER is the person you bought the bred ewe from. The BREEDER must verify the ram that was used.
Inspectors
Rebecca Gunther 1140 River Rd. Hillsborough, NJ 0884 908-369-4088 jerseywest@gmail.com |
Connie Taylor P.O. Box 1994 El Prado, NM 87529 575-751-3767 churrosheep@me.com |
Joe Benally |
Doug Montgomery 19562 NE Calkins Ln. Newberg, OR 97132 503-538-7987 bidewee@aol.com |
John Harper UCCE County Agri. Cntr, Ukiah, CA 95482 707-463-4495 |
Jim D. Keyes USU Extension Box 549 Monticello, UT 84535 jimk@ext.usu.edu |
Antonio Manzanares PO Box 307 Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575 505-588-7792 |
Dr. Lyle McNeal PO Box 4454 Logan, UT 84323 435-753-7950 sheepman@cc.usu.edu |
Robbin Robinson PO Box 2801 Flagstaff, AZ 86003 shilii_nez@yahoo.com 928-607-6266 |
Nikyle Begay PO Box 932 Ganado, AZ 86505 my_churro@yahoo.com 928-529-0818 |
Johnny Tom 1024 Hwy 575 Aztec, NM 87410 505-320-4790 |
Jay Begay PO Box 243 Tuba City, AZ 86045 jay_brj@yahoo.com 928-401-1700 |
Registration Issues and Member Feedback
Registration issues or other feedback for the N-CSA may be submitted via e-mail or traditional mail. To ensure quick resolution correspondence should be copied to the of the following individuals:
Bonnie Barcus
N-CSA Business Office (Registration applications and dues)
spindanceacres@gmail.com
11150 Chapin Avenue
Boise, ID 83709
Connie Taylor
N-CSA Inspectors Committee Chair
churrosheep@me.com
PO Box 1994
El Prado, NM 87529