Handle Small Livestock Without Stress or Escape

Build Sheep & Goat Sweep Systems & Kidding Barns in San Angelo

Sheep, goats, and miniature livestock squeeze through gaps that cattle never notice, and their smaller size makes them harder to control in standard cattle sweeps. You need lower rails, tighter spacing, and pens that fit inside a barn or covered area without wasting space. Steadfast Supply LLC builds 40" tall skirted sweep tubs, skirted alleys, and slant or guillotine alley gates designed specifically for sheep, goats, lambs, and minis. Light-duty 4' tall panels with smaller rail spacing can be configured into round pens, small arenas, and pasture pens across San Angelo, and heavy-duty versions are available when you need extra strength for larger or more active animals.

Skirted tubs and alleys minimize stress by blocking animals from seeing gaps or escape routes, which keeps them moving forward through processing without turning back. Guillotine gates drop vertically to create a solid barrier behind animals, preventing backflow when you're working individual goats or sheep. Kidding barn systems combine smaller pens, alleys, and gates into a compact footprint that fits inside a barn or under a roof, making them ideal for kidding, doctoring, and handling newborns safely during bad weather in San Angelo.

Arrange your kidding or handling system by calling Steadfast Supply LLC in San Angelo now.

Custom Solutions for Your Specific Needs

You start by choosing between light-duty and heavy-duty panel construction based on animal size and temperament. Light-duty 4' tall panels work well for sheep, goats, lambs, and miniature livestock that don't test fences aggressively. Heavy-duty panels use thicker tubing and reinforced corners for larger goats, hair sheep, or situations where animals tend to climb or push in San Angelo.

Sweep tubs are 40" tall with skirted sides that prevent animals from seeing through to the other side, which reduces hesitation and keeps the flow steady. Steadfast Supply LLC offers straight and slant alleys in lengths that fit barn aisles and tight working areas. Guillotine gates drop down to seal the alley behind each animal, so you can vaccinate, trim hooves, or sort without the next animal crowding forward.

Kidding barn layouts use smaller pen sections that divide a barn into maternity pens, nursery areas, and handling alleys. Panels pin together inside the barn, so you can adjust pen sizes as kidding season progresses or as you need more space for does with twins or triplets. All panels feature smooth welds and rounded edges to prevent injuries to udders, legs, and newborns.

What to Expect When You Book

Goat and sheep producers in San Angelo often ask how much taller panels need to be to stop climbers, whether guillotine gates work better than swing gates, and how to configure kidding pens for efficient newborn care. Below are answers to the questions we hear most about small-livestock handling systems and kidding barns.

Will 40" tall panels stop goats from jumping or climbing?
Most goats cannot clear a 40" skirted panel, especially when the solid lower section removes footholds. Determined climbers may still attempt to jump if they see something interesting on the other side.
How does a guillotine gate differ from a standard swing gate?
Guillotine gates drop vertically into a catch frame, creating a solid barrier that prevents animals from pushing back. Swing gates require clearance and can be bumped open if not latched securely.
Can I use the same sweep tub for sheep and goats?
You can process both species in the same tub in San Angelo. Goats may hesitate more than sheep, so skirted sides help keep both moving forward without visual distractions.
How many kidding pens fit in a standard barn aisle?
A twelve-foot-wide aisle can hold two rows of 4'x4' or 4'x6' pens with a center walkway. Adjust pen sizes based on doe size and whether you expect singles, twins, or triplets.
Do I need to bolt kidding barn panels to the floor?
Panels pin together and rely on their own weight and interlocking design for stability. Bolting is optional but can prevent panels from shifting if animals push hard or if you have uneven flooring.

A well-designed sweep system or kidding barn reduces handling time, lowers stress on animals, and keeps newborns safe during processing and bad weather. When you're ready to set up skirted tubs, guillotine alleys, or modular kidding pens in your San Angelo barn or pasture, reach out to discuss panel heights, layout options, and delivery schedules that match your flock size and production goals.