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They are just too smart for their own good! Mine loves to be with us & will do anything to be there! He also loves to play with the dog across the street, specially if she is stuck inside her fence..he runs & does that jump/twist they do in the air & pronks around taunting her. He can jump 3-4...

I too wanted both milk & meat but not the size. I chose the Dexter as it is one of the older natural type breeds & like Highland, will browse & eat almost anything. They were bred for the small landowner as the "family" cow. They give around 2 gallons of milk a day, some more, some less @...

There are many breeders around, maybe some close to you. Google American Dexter Cattle Association & Purebred Dexter Cattle Association. There are farms listed & links to other cattle sales pages. Many of the larger ones will have access to shipping info. Good Luck! J

OOhh, I can't wait to have my own beef! I have the eggs....Yes, you do have pride knowing you are feeding yourself & your family the best! J

Yes, they are a dual purpose breed..welll tri -purpose if you add in the pet factor! You have to milk every day but sharing w/calf I will only have to do it once a day & will still have plenty for the 3 of us. Weights average 600-1000lbs & 36-42" tall. Good feed conversion, easier to handle...

Yeppers, & now they are the ones whining the loudest when the yotes, bears & cougars poo in their landscaped yards & eat fluffy!:rolleyes: I'm N of you by an hour or so. J

Never tasted sheeps milk. Had a goat, I think I would like the cheese made from it better than just drinking it. Does have an aftertaste..not exactly bad but distinct. More palatable if really cold. I prefer cow. Could be cause that's what we are used to? I now have a Dexter who will calve...

Congratulations! I bet he is just too cute. Yes, pics tomorrow! Isn't it cute how the tails wag? Goats do too. J

I know, I was generalizing. You have to investigate all pedigrees & info for any type of any animal breeding. Rose is & bred to chondo free. I just don't want to deal with the short leg problems longterm in my small operation. I have limited space & it takes the same $ & energy to...

I chose Dexter because of the temperments, size & dual purpose. They give roughly 2-4 gallons of milk, way more than my family can use daily. I am planning on milking 1x a day & putting the calf on the rest. I will only breed long legged. I may buy & eat a short legged one, we shall see. My...

The bull that is staying with us is sooo easy. I can go right up & halter him. My cow isn't used to being handled but will now run up to me. I keep the halter within sight & let her sniff & rub it on her. she isn't happy about me putting it on, it's just going to take some time. She is...

Welcome! Your steer is beautiful! I had no idea you could ride them, much less for long distances! Love the coloring. Do they ride like a horse rythm? Do you have to do anything special to their feet? Is that like a hackamore or is there a bit? Inquiring mind wants to know! Jody

Beautiful pictures & love your names!! My cow was already used to goats but my goat had never seen a cow. He was so funny all bristled up making his ears pointy like horns! He tries to butt the bull but scampers away when Nash takes a step towards him! Cows are sooo cool, much easier than...

I'm going for the Dexter as the perfect dual purpose. Meat is fabulous, & not too much. Milk rich for making butter, cheese & unless you have 12 kids you don't need 3-5gls of milk a day. Easy calving & long lived. Don't need rich expensive feed, bred to get along w/whatever is available on...

Dilly Beans 10c water 10c white vinegar 1c salt Mix & bring to boil 1+1+1 for pts 2+2+2 qts dill garlic hot pepper (cayanne or pretty little red ones) (I put more garlic & hot pepper in) put in each hot jar Pack trimmed beans lengthwise into jars leaving 1/2" in top Pour brine in leaving that...

OOOhhh, those are gorgeous!! How did you think of the onion skins? Something for me to do in the winter! I'm anxiously waiting for word that Rosie took, then I will have my COW!:D Jody

BeeKissed, knowledge is never useless! What's useless is when people yap like they have a clue when they don't!! Wastes everyones time for sure! Jody

Beekissed I plan on milking my Dexter next summer when she calves, sharing w/the calf. I want butter for sure & maybe cheese if I feel daring! Are you on the bee forum too? Jody

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Hmmmm...sounds like my husband...;) Jody