How to Keep a Sheep

If you wish to keep a sheep you must know how to treat him
Always give him grass to eat and never ever beat him
Do not test his mental powers for many owners find
There is not room for many thoughts inside a sheepie mind

Sheep like sheepie company, but can be simply fooled
By usual household furniture, if adequately woolled
This can be quite effective and sheep been known to share
Moments of deep affection with a fleeced up kitchen chair.

Sheep wool grows quite quickly so you'll need to have him shorn
But then he might get cold again, and so to keep him warm
A knitted woollen jumper is advised for outside wear
To protect his sheepie body from the often cold night air.

You'll need a dry and comfy place to put your little sheep
With straw set down for bedding for when he goes to sleep
A bedtime story always helps, for many owners tell
That reading to a sheep ensures that he will slumber well

A sheep enjoys a little walk and does not mind a lead
Half an hour will give your lamb the exercise he'll need
But keep him well away from dogs, and most of all, of course
Never let your little sheep see when you buy mint sauce.