Stella, 24 Years Old, Always At Her Own Pace-05... May 2026

The most distinct "feature" of Stella's life at the sanctuary is her . Because of her brain damage, she cannot be sheared like a typical sheep; the stress of the process causes her to hold her breath and shut down completely.

: The process takes about three weeks , performed twice a year. Caregivers sit, talk, and sing to her, trimming only until she has had enough for the day. Stella, 24 years old, always at her own pace-05...

: Despite her challenges, she is described as resilient, gentle, deeply intuitive, and a "true trouper" during stressful events like vet visits. The most distinct "feature" of Stella's life at

To manage this safely, her caregivers use a specific method: performed twice a year. Caregivers sit