Senegal’s fanciest sheep are destined not for slaughter, but for lives of luxury

As Muslims worldwide prepare to celebrate Eid Al-Adha, Senegal’s locally bred star sheep have their moment to shine.

Ladoum sheep, that can fetch tens of thousands of dollars, live a life of luxury in special parlors where they are massaged, groomed and fed syringes full of vitamins.

Muslims on Eid al-Adha kill and eat a sheep to commemorate the Quranic tale of Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice Ismail as an act of obedience to God.

But like Ibrahim’s son, Senegal’s prize sheep will be spared.

The majestic-looking Ladoum can weigh up to 397 pounds (180 kilograms),…