Question: I have a lamb that weighs 104 pounds and I have been told that he needs to build a lot of muscle in back and lose a little weight in the stomach area. Should I continue to add the Honors top dressing and I am having a lot of trouble getting him to sprint and the only equipment we have are our little hurdles. Any advice?

Answer: Lia,

Thank you for your email and for choosing HONOR Show Chow showlamb products.

If your lamb needs a lot of muscle help, chances are he is genetically programmed to be light muscled. Genetics plays a huge role and determines the amount of muscle.

Topdresses can help, but if the lamb needs a lot of help, it may well be that the lamb is programmed that way.

With that said, the High Octane Champion Drive topdress does help put shape in a lambs top (rack). I suggest continuing to feed Champion Drive at 8 ounces per day per lamb.

I also do NOT recommend using hurdles as they build up too much front end on the lamb. Running without jumping is much better. Also, a reverse treadmill is very useful in helping to build muscle.

Thanks again,

Dr. Kevin Burgoon
HONOR Show Chow Nutritionist