A yearling is an animal between 1 and 2 years of age that may or may not have produced offspring. In other countries, a yearling ewe is called a hogget, shearling, gimmer, theave, or teg. A group of sheep is called a flock. Larger groups of sheep are called bands or mobs.

How old is hogget when slaughtered?

Widely thought to be the best eating quality. Hogget: 15 or 16 months old. Darker meat with a richer, stronger flavour than lamb.

What age does a lamb become a hogget?

Hogget' refers to animals between 1-2 years old, and is a delicious combination of tender lamb and full-flavoured mutton.