Longhorn cattle in general are known for ease of calving. It's very rare that a cow would be in need of help when calving. Fortunately on the farm we have only had one incident as such.

When a cow is getting ready to calve she usually looks very bloated and anxiously awaits the arrival of her new calf. She then secludes herself from the herd. The "tell tail" sign of a cow in labor is when she sticks her tail straight out and steadily walks across the ground. When you see this sign it's time to pull up a chair and watch a new life being brought into this world! It truly is a wonderful thing when a new calf arrives; so new and fresh and full of life. The proud new momma then begins to clean her calf tenderly; as this is the first step in bonding between the two. The calf immediately tries to stand up on it's own and when he finally does stand up on his uneasy legs, he begins to nurse his mother. A crucial part in calf survival. Within a few short days you can observe the calf learning how to run and jump and explore this vast new world. And you cannot help but smile when you see this miracle of life.

 

Kajun Queen- registered cow and her calf

 

Did you know that there are 7 distinct families of Longhorns? The 7 families are Butler, Wild Refuge (WR), Peeler, Marks, Wright, Yates, and Phillips. In the early 1900's 7 families set out to preserve certain characteristics of the Longhorn cattle. The Butler family is best known for horn production and color. As Milby Butler, founder of the Butler Breed, once said "Color is unpredictable. Breed for horns and you'll get color." http://dalgoodlonghorns.com/WhyButler.htm

At our farm you will find mostly Butler traits in our cattle. Between the variety of color and the corkscrew shape of the horns.

(Left to Right)
Maybelline- Registered cow
Gentle Jack #7- Bull
MyMy- Registered cow

Seniorita Margarita Pleased to Meet Ya!- Registered momma cow and her calf

We have a small herd that consists of one bull, two steers, five cows, and varying numbers of calves throughout the year. Being members of the International Texas Longhorn Association, (ITLA),  all of our cows are registered and branded. As for the bull, steers, and calves, no. Our bull was born on the farm and will eventually rest here and our calves are never registered due to the fact that we never keep them. Our bull and one young steer are currently in the process of being registered. We are always open to questions and discussions. Keep checking in because there will always be something new to see!

Kickapoo-steer