Grey Troender
The Grey Troender (Norwegian: Grå Trøndersau) is an endangered Norwegian breed of domestic sheep. It originated in – and is named for – the Trøndelag region of central Norway, and is thought to derive from cross-breeding in the late nineteenth century of local feral sheep of the area with stock of the now-extinct Tautra. The sheep are usually grey, in varying shades, with black face and legs and a small distinctive white marking under each eye; other colours including black, brown and white are seen in about 20% of the population.
| Life Span | 10-12 years |
| Weight | 45-160 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Grey Troender
Finding a responsible Grey Troender breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells sheeps commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Grey Troender. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Grey Troenders appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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