title: The history of the Dorper sheep.
abstract: This short history of the Dorper sheep traces its background and the steps taken to develop that breed in South Africa. The most important traits considered for the developing of the Dorper are listed and the breeding system outlined. The development of the White Dorper is also detailed and the breed improvement programs are indicated.
authors.affiliation: Dorper Breeders Society, P.O. Box 26, Middelburg, South Africa
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Milne