The American Dorper Sheep Breeders’ Society - the official registry for Dorper and White Dorper sheep in the United States, was organized in December of 1995. In October of 1996 the first event was held in Cameron, Texas with attendees from Mexico, Canada, South Africa and several regions of the United States. The first business meeting was held, and a board of directors was elected. By December 1996, the organizational by-laws were formalized, and the Society was incorporated.