Suojakarit
Suojakarit is a Finnish term that translates to "protective ewes" or "guard ewes." It refers to a practice in sheep farming where a few ewes are strategically placed within a flock of lambs. The primary purpose of these suojakarit is to offer a degree of protection to the lambs against predators such as foxes, wolves, or dogs.
These ewes are typically chosen for their calm temperament, maternal instincts, and sometimes for their larger
The effectiveness of suojakarit can vary depending on the predator species, the terrain, the number of protective