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[[File:Cheviot ewe and lamb.jpg|Cheviot ewe and lamb|200px|right]]
 
*The Cheviot is a hill breed that originated in the Cheviot hills in the Scottish Borders.   
 
*The Cheviot is a hill breed that originated in the Cheviot hills in the Scottish Borders.   
 
*Like the Scottish Blackface there are different types – North Country and South Country Cheviot.
 
*Like the Scottish Blackface there are different types – North Country and South Country Cheviot.
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*Like many hill breeds the Cheviot is hardy and has very strong maternal instincts.
 
*Like many hill breeds the Cheviot is hardy and has very strong maternal instincts.
 
*Cheviot wool is used for wool coats, blankets, rugs and hosiery yarns.  
 
*Cheviot wool is used for wool coats, blankets, rugs and hosiery yarns.  
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File: SouthCountryCheviot.jpg
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[[Category:Sheep Breeds]]
 
[[Category:Sheep Breeds]]
 
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