Now in our fourth year of upbreeding Swiss Valais Blacknose sheep in Oregon, we’re proud to be building a flock that honors the breed’s roots while setting a high bar for the future. We select for fleece quality, strong conformation, calm, social temperaments, and those unmistakable Valais markings that make this breed so beloved.

Our lambs are raised on pasture and handled daily, growing into confident, kind-hearted members of the flock. The sheep featured here represent the foundation of our breeding program—the ewes, rams, and retained lambs who shape each lamb crop and contribute to the next generation of fiber and genetics.

We’re thrilled to be working with two registered purebred rams: the ever-iconic PV Captain Fantastic, and our newest addition, HoneyGlass Jeb, whose genetics bring a new layer of depth and strength to our program. With these boys leading our breeding lineup, we’re able to pair outstanding conformation with fleece character, structural integrity, and gentle temperament.

Rancho Relaxo is nestled at the base of Mount Hood at nearly 2,000 feet elevation. Select flock members rotate seasonally to a hillside therapy farm with a double mountain view—Mount Hood to the south and Mount Adams to the north. The rugged terrain, diverse forage, and exposure to new people and environments build strength, adaptability, and resilience. It’s just one of the ways we raise sheep to be not only beautiful and sweet—but also hardy, well-rounded, and ready to thrive.

While this page celebrates our keepers, their quality reflects the standard we uphold in all of our offerings. We typically release a limited number of breeding stock and pasture companions each year, and we’re especially excited about our upcoming F3 and F4 lambs expected this fall.

If you’re searching for a sheep that can elevate your breeding program—or one that simply brings joy to your pasture—we’d love to connect.

When you purchase from Rancho Relaxo, you’re not just buying a sheep. You’re joining a thoughtful, experienced, and supportive community. We’re here to answer questions, share what we’ve learned, and cheer you on as your own flock grows and flourishes.