How do I register Belted Galloway?
The Application for Registration is available on beltie.org or on clrc.ca. Online registrations are available on clrc.ca after an online account is established. The animal name is limited to 35 characters. Animals are required to be tattooed before registration.
Do Belted Galloways make good pets?
Small-Farm Favorites Though the breed is not well-suited to feedlots, they are ideal animals for the small family farm and the lifestyle of country living. The breed’s moderate size, docile temperament, easy calving and good mothering are characteristics they value.
How many Belted Galloways are in the US?
It is listed by the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy as a “recovering” breed, which means there are more than 2,500 annual registrations in the United States and a global population greater than 10,000, but they were once on the “watch” list.
Where do Belted Galloway cattle come from?
Galloway
Scotland
Belted Galloway/Origin
Galloway cattle originated in the rugged hill country of southwestern Scotland. The native cattle of this region were consistently hardy and thrifty, though they varied in color, conformation, and horn type.
How big do miniature galloways get?
Miniature Galloways have all the characteristics and qualities of Galloways, only offering it in a smaller package which may be beneficial for small acreages. Bulls at 10 to 12 months of age to be no more than 110 cm at hip height; maximum height for showing, at any age, is 125cm at hip.
Is Belted Galloway beef good?
Belted Galloway beef is exceptionally tender, full of flavour and juicy and were the winners of the 2003 Sydney Royal Show “Beef Taste Test”. Data collected in the U.S. has shown that the beef dresses out at 60 – 62% of live weight making it a very profitable breed.
Where are Belted Galloways from?
Do mini cows have health problems?
Miniature breeds of other species, dogs for example, have been known to have genetically related health problems. In miniature cattle, there is one rare genetic trait commonly referred to as the bulldog gene. Scientifically, it is called “chondrodysplasia”.
Where is the Belted Galloway farm?
Located in the Northwest corner of Kansas, the farm offers heifers, steers, bulls and beef for sale, as well as operating an organic farm of wheat and produce. Belted Galloways are our passion and our business.
Where to buy Belted Galloway cattle in South Carolina?
Driftwood Plantation has been breeding quality Belted Galloway cattle in South Carolina since 1997. A select group of DP females from weaning age to cow/calf pairs are available for sale at all times.
Are there any Belted Galloway cattle in Illinois?
We have a small herd of registered Belted Galloway cattle located in Central Illinois. Our animals are quiet, easy to work with. There are calves, yearlings and bred heifers for sale as well as an occasional cow/calf pair. We rotate bulls to avoid inbreeding and use foundation bloodlines. All cattle are kept up to date on wormings and vaccinations.
Are there any registered black Galloways?
*Registered and Commercial Black Galloways. Specializing in grassfed genetics. Reasonable pricing. *Registered black Galloway breeding stock and USDA inspected grass raised & fed beef.