Our flock of purebred St. Croix sheep traces back to breeding stock from Virginia State University, a leader in sustainable livestock research. Originally from the Virgin Islands, the St. Croix is a hardy, hair sheep breed known for its exceptional parasite resistance, making it especially well-suited for the humid climate of the southeastern United States.

St. Croix sheep are naturally polled and hair-coated, meaning they shed their fleece and require no shearing. They are calm, easy to handle, and incredibly resilient, often outperforming other breeds in forage-based systems thanks to their hardiness and disease resistance. Their strong maternal instincts and high lambing rates also make them a reliable choice for sustainable meat production.

At Wild Spring Farm, we selected the St. Croix breed not only for its efficiency and resilience, but also because it supports our commitment to ethical, pasture-based farming. Our sheep are raised on rotational grazing, with no antibiotics, hormones, or chemical dewormers—just clean pasture, fresh water, and good genetics.

Coloring: White

Our Hybrid Sheep stock comes from the hardy, well-established lines developed by a retired geneticist working through Allen’s Creek Farm. With a focus on creating a hardy, pasture-based dairy sheep for Southern climates, the breeding program combined East Friesian genetics—known for high milk production and a calm temperament—with the parasite-resistant, heat-tolerant traits of Katahdin and St. Croix breeds. 

The result is a balanced and robust flock: capable milkers with strong maternal instincts, excellent forage efficiency, and natural resistance to parasites and disease. These sheep thrive in our rotational grazing system without the use of chemicals, antibiotics, or unnecessary treatments.

They are calm, easy to work with, and well-suited for ethical, low-input farming. You get the best of both worlds with these hybrid sheep—ample milk production and a sturdy frame, along with the resilience and parasite resistance that make hair sheep so valuable in Southern pasture systems. 

Coloring: Variety of coloring including white, speckled, copper, and brown

The Silver Fox is a rare and heritage American breed, cherished for its unique fur, calm temperament, and dual-purpose value. Originally developed in the 1920s, this breed was designed for both meat and pelt, making it a favorite among homesteaders and small-scale farms.

Named for its dense, soft fur that resembles that of a silver fox, this rabbit is not only striking in appearance but also highly practical. Silver Foxes have a gentle, laid-back personality, making them a good choice for families and first-time rabbit owners alike.

On the homestead, they shine as a meat rabbit, known for well-muscled carcasses, efficient growth, and excellent mothering instincts. Their ability to thrive in pasture-style or colony setups also makes them well-suited for natural and ethical farming systems.

Coloring: Black with silvering and blue

Elegant, efficient, and time-tested—the Champagne d’Argent is one of the oldest and most revered meat rabbit breeds in the world. Originating in France centuries ago, these rabbits are known for their dense, silvery coats, calm disposition, and excellent meat production. The breed is valued for its rapid growth, fine-grained meat, and efficient feed-to-weight conversion, making it a favorite among small farmers and heritage breeders.

Our colony offers a thoughtfully bred mix of Champagne d’Argent and Silver Fox rabbits—two heritage breeds known for their beauty, calm temperament, and exceptional meat quality. This cross brings together the rich history and elegance of the Champagne d’Argent with the hardiness and versatility of the Silver Fox.

The result? A well-rounded homestead rabbit that offers:

• Fast, efficient growth

• Fine-grained, flavorful meat

• Excellent mothering instincts

• Docile temperaments ideal for handling and breeding

• Striking coats that range from deep steel gray to shimmering silver

Coloring: Champagne, black with silvering