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Highland cattle for sale in georgia9/12/2023 ![]() ![]() The hair colour can be black, brindled, red, yellow, and dun - there is considerable difference of opinion among breeders as to which is preferable. It is not uncommon for Highlands to shed this heavy hair coat when exposed to a hot dry climate and then grow a new one as the damp cold weather returns. With the double coat of hair and thick hide, the Highland has been adapted by nature to withstand great exposure. Photo courtesy of Craigowmill Fold, Highlands have a double coat of hair - a downy undercoat and a long outercoat which may reach 13 inches, and which is well-oiled to shed rain and snow. CharacteristicsThe Highland has the grandest head with a long fringe (that appears to cover the eyes) and the horns that are long and darken towards the tip, it is these features that make them most memorable. It is called a fold of Highland cattle because, in the olden days in winter the cattle were brought together at night in open shelters made of stone called folds to protect them from the weather and wolves. Today all members of the breed are called Highland.Ī little known fact about Highland breeders is that they don't call their herd a herd. The size difference was probably due more to the severe climate and limited rations that the island cattle were subjected to than to any genetic variation between the classes. The Kyloes, raised on the western islands of Scotland, tended to be of a smaller size and had a higher percentage of black and brindled cattle than the mainland Highlanders. Originally, the breed was divided into two classes, the West Highlands or Kyloe, and the Highlander. Throughout the long recorded history of Highlands, breeders have taken great care to retain the original characteristics of these cattle. If you would like to incorporate some TOP OF THE LINE genetics into your herd, give a call to 71.HistoryLike their name suggests, Highland cattle originated in the Highlands and west coastal islands of Scotland, areas severe in climate and lashed by the North Atlantic gales. Upon purchase of "Bo", we will transfer registration, have a Colorado Board Brand Inspection completed for interstate travel and a health check will be done with Health Certificate provided by one of our Veterinarians just days before pick up. "Bo" has been vaccinated, Tattooed for identification, RFID/USDA ear tagged for interstate travel, DNA typed at UC Davis in California, registered, socialized and halter trained. An important and desirable trait in a magnificently handsome bull. "Bo" also has a quiet confidence about him very much like his dad. "Bo" is very muscular but at the same time carries his sires fantastic build, musculature and very kind and quiet personality. Both sire and dam have some of the Best of the Best lineage with that lineage passed on to" Bo". Epic's lineage is too numerous to list here. ![]() You can see some of Epic Lads lineage on the "Semen for Sale" link. ![]() Epic Lad comes from a long line of champion Highlands. "Bo's" sire hales from Canada with grand sire also direct to Scotland. His Mums lineage includes Angus 8th of Dunvegan, Trafalgar Sampson, GOF Broadstone and more. He is bred from some of the Best of the Best, Top of the Line genetics. Duke will not be available for long! -īrogach " Bo" comes from a long line of super Highlands. If you would like to incorporate some TOP OF THE LINE genetics into your herd, give a call to 71. Upon purchase of Duke, we will transfer registration, have a Colorado Board Brand Inspection completed for interstate travel and a health check will be done with Health Certificate provided by one of our Veterinarians just days before pick up. Duke has been vaccinated, Tattooed for identification, RFID/USDA ear tagged for interstate travel, DNA typed at UC Davis in California, registered, socialized and halter trained. A very desirable and important trait in a bull. He also has the exceptionally kind, quiet and gentle personality of his dad and mum. Duke is muscular, has superb conformation, has a straight top line, great feet, proportionate body & build and has an absolutely beautiful coat. Duke inherited from his Dad that light, strong, athletic, yet flowing, confident movement of a Champion. Many of the best of his parents Heritage Scottish Highland looks & traits have been passed on to the "Duke". As mentioned, Duke's parents, Sire and Dam have superb lineage. You can see a listing & photos of some of Epic Lads lineage on the page titled "Semen for Sale". ![]() His Sire Epic Lad comes from a long line of champion Highlands. Dukes Sire hales from Canada with grand sire also direct to Scotland. His Mum's lineage includes Lance of Gordon's Fold, Dunvegan Gille Nan Gleann, Gille Buidhe of Benmore and more. He is bred from some of the Best of the Best, Top of the Line Scottish genetics. Duke comes from a long line of super Highlands. ![]()
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