Baarack, the much loved once woolly mammoth of a sheep, has passed away aged around 10 years of age, succumbing to cancer.
Originally found wandering the Cobaw State Forrest in 2021, Baarack looked more like a moving cloud than a sheep.
Burdened down with about 35kgs of wool, Baarack was delivered to Lancefield not-for-profit farm, Edgar’s Mission.
Sanctuary founder Pam Ahern said Baarack’s transformational rescue story quickly went viral reaching over 12 million people around the globe.
“I doubt he would have survived much longer [when he was found,] as he could hardly see and barely stand,” Ms Ahern said.
“Since posting news of his passing, people from all around the world are reaching out with their sympathy.
“He really was one truly amazing sheep. That he could touch the hearts of so many without them even meeting him speaks of this.”
The sanctuary’s tribute post tells of Baarack’s soft and gentle nature, along with the fact he never held fear of humans despite his many years of never being in contact with them.
Ms Ahern said through this nature, Baarack inspired others to be soft and gentle towards his kind.
“Whilst our hearts are indeed heavy today from the passing of our much-loved woolly friend, Baarack’s legacy will long stay with us, reminding us all of just how amazing and forgiving sheep are.
“And too the incredible power of kindness, for had the kind heart who saved Baarack that day, all those years ago, looked the other way, Baarack would never have been seen.”
