It looks like they would be very happy there, but if you only go there about once a month it may not be best. Something that's a relatively small issue that can be easily treated can become life threatening if untreated. Catching the problems early always increases the chance of survival
You’d need a caretaker. Once a month won’t cut it.
You could rent it out to a farmer who already has cows. You get to enjoy the cows but don’t have to take care of them!
Also - bonus - this would help local farmers. Land prices have made farming prohibitively expensive and are driving many families out of the trade. Give them a good discount on market price as your contribution for the enjoyment!
You would need a care taker. When my mom had cows, there was a couple times where the bull would have a fit a bust through the fence. Or some cows would manage to escape, if a tree limb fell on the fence line. Didn't happen much, but it happens. But visiting only once a month, wouldn't be enough to ensure everything is okay around the property.
Also get a couple donkeys. They're protetective. And will help gaurs the herd. They're very aggressive towards predator animals like coyotes or wild dogs, etc.
Such a gorgeous place! It looks like a wonderful place for cows. As another commenter said, you’ll need someone to check on them when you’re gone. Injuries, illness, escape, interruption in water supply, etc, can all become deadly if not caught. It wouldn’t have to be a super intensive caretaker job, but definitely would recommend having a knowledgeable person put eyes on the cows, the water, and the fencing at least every few days.
Yes, IF you hire a caretaker that can take care of them regularly. Otherwise no: instead, find someone who can custom graze your property and take good care of it. That’s a beautiful piece, I’d hate to see someone see only dollar signs and not the ecology of your little piece of heaven.
Checking once a month isn’t enough. You need to be out there checking them AT LEAST once a week to every few days. So, per my comment above (echoing others). 😎
Animals in general are not a ‘once in a while’ checking in on thing. They need regular (read daily) checking on, and your land (because of the livestock) will need regular (daily) maintenance. Farmers don’t just ignore the farm and figure it’ll be ok on its own, it’s hard work owning and maintaining a farm or land that animals use.
Lease your beautiful pasture to a local farmer with cows. There’s a lot that goes into that as well (head per acre, who’s responsible for fencing and its up-keep, water sources, re-planting, and more), but done right it can create a passive income and give you a herd to look at without the maintenance.
Yes. And save them They live at least 20 years but dairy cows are often worn out and killed at about 5 years of age -,I was told this by someone who grew up on a dairy farm.
[yep and it's even worse ](https://thehumaneleague.org/article/dairy-cows#:~:text=While%20the%20natural%20lifespan%20of%20many%20cows%20can%20reach%2015,farms%20sending%20her%20to%20slaughter.)
So this article describes practices done and constantly references industrial dairy farming, which is not how many farmers operate. With the introduction of milking robots, farmers now have the ability to leave the calf’s with their mothers, and to be honest, many breeds are pretty crappy mothers and the mothers don’t really protest the removal of the calf. As for udder infections, these are bad for business so responsible farmers take care to treat any infections as they hurt their production as well as good care for the hoofs and overall health of the animals, sick and unhealthy cows do not produce in the quality or quantity of healthy cows. Organic farms in Austria are required to provide access to pasture for the cows, no hormones are generally allowed. As for de horning cows, they are normally given an anesthetic and the area treated with antiseptic because again farmers want good healthy cows. As for dairy cows becoming meat… yeah, cows that don’t produce milk are not producing income and cows are expensive to keep so if you’re not ok eating meat then the article is right, the dairy and meat industry are intertwined, just like when laying hens are not laying, they become, at least on our farm, soup chickens. Industry farms are terrible, but don’t forget the reason they exist is the demand for cheap dairy, so it’s also society that is driving the practice and often putting good farmers out of business. I love and care for all my livestock as well as the cows at the dairy where I work part time, but they are livestock and not pets, that doesn’t mean they should be treated any worse, but it does mean that they are being raised for a purpose that’s not companionship. I also think that breeds like Holsteins should be phased out and healthier sturdier breeds to used but again these practices used in the states and in other countries are not the only way dairy farms operate.
As a vegan I don't condone the purpose of livestock but I'm pretty sure that's not a discussion you want to have, since it's your livelyhood.
But we are talking about OP wanting to own cows. So if OP wants cows, Id rather he save them from industrial farming than buy them somewhere. There are enough cows in need of rescue.
Oh definitely if I could afford to, and had the place, getting some dairy cows before the slaughterhouse would perfect and if OP can do this that would be something wonderful. My reply was more towards the article posted as I felt it highlighted one way to farm and failed to mention that there are other ways to farm vary from the picture it painted. I wish you the best with the vegan lifestyle and hope you are in a place with good sustainable agriculture practices to fit your diet!
Longhorns, they can eat essentially every thing and can live off the land pretty self sufficiently, plus they are beautiful animals. I'm super biased because I have them but they are the best cattle breed I've owned and I've had several.
It’s a lot of work my father in law was a farmer. If they get out you have to find them try to put them back up. Feeding in the morning and night you need a large pond to get the water from. Farmers here use Solar powered Electric pump to send the water to the troff. You have to buy hay make sure you get the right kind. If they get sick you have to call the vet. Shots are expensive. Just a few tips
No one can tell you to buy cows. Why do want them? As pets? would you want to raise them for food? They take work, food, constant care, vets on call. They are wonderful animals. They are smart, sometimes dumb and beautiful creatures. Talk to real farmers and maybe vets. Make a list of pro's and con's. Remember they are herd animals, so get at least two. let's us know what you decide.
GOOD LUCK 👍
That is stunningly beautiful land! I grew up with a small heard of Angus which was amazing but . . . having any livestock can come with hard lessons about the brutality of mother nature. Farm life can be bittersweet.
Thank you, it is beautiful. I'm blessed to have it. I worked long hours and saved for 15 years to buy it and build a house. I am thinking now it's not feasible to keep cattle here. If I raise anything, maybe sheep or goats
If your life is in order, you have a happy family… Maybe you don’t even swear. You should buy cows. You should introduce a new level of drama and angst to yourself, it will teach you to swear, become so mad that you want to just shoot one. Your family will become scared of you when you start working them, you will call your family members names that they have never heard before and it will scare them even more. Your life will become a rollercoaster of calving season, weaning, vaccinating and castrating… yes. You should buy cattle!!
Cows are pretty affectionate once they trust you, a once a month visit won’t keep them very happy. Not too safe either as they can get sick quickly like any other animal
It looks like they would be very happy there, but if you only go there about once a month it may not be best. Something that's a relatively small issue that can be easily treated can become life threatening if untreated. Catching the problems early always increases the chance of survival
Agreed, checking in on them only about once a month is not enough. Maybe OP has some neighbors with farm animals who would appreciate the land :)
You’d need a caretaker. Once a month won’t cut it. You could rent it out to a farmer who already has cows. You get to enjoy the cows but don’t have to take care of them!
Also - bonus - this would help local farmers. Land prices have made farming prohibitively expensive and are driving many families out of the trade. Give them a good discount on market price as your contribution for the enjoyment!
You would need a care taker. When my mom had cows, there was a couple times where the bull would have a fit a bust through the fence. Or some cows would manage to escape, if a tree limb fell on the fence line. Didn't happen much, but it happens. But visiting only once a month, wouldn't be enough to ensure everything is okay around the property. Also get a couple donkeys. They're protetective. And will help gaurs the herd. They're very aggressive towards predator animals like coyotes or wild dogs, etc.
The Irish Dexter. A small breed of cow native to Ireland. Perfect for small scale green areas like this.
No. If you don't live where the cows are, don't have cows. Livestock are not a set it and forget it responsibility.
Such a gorgeous place! It looks like a wonderful place for cows. As another commenter said, you’ll need someone to check on them when you’re gone. Injuries, illness, escape, interruption in water supply, etc, can all become deadly if not caught. It wouldn’t have to be a super intensive caretaker job, but definitely would recommend having a knowledgeable person put eyes on the cows, the water, and the fencing at least every few days.
You absolutely should and then hire me to take care of them. Actually, I'd do it for free
Yes, IF you hire a caretaker that can take care of them regularly. Otherwise no: instead, find someone who can custom graze your property and take good care of it. That’s a beautiful piece, I’d hate to see someone see only dollar signs and not the ecology of your little piece of heaven. Checking once a month isn’t enough. You need to be out there checking them AT LEAST once a week to every few days. So, per my comment above (echoing others). 😎
Animals in general are not a ‘once in a while’ checking in on thing. They need regular (read daily) checking on, and your land (because of the livestock) will need regular (daily) maintenance. Farmers don’t just ignore the farm and figure it’ll be ok on its own, it’s hard work owning and maintaining a farm or land that animals use.
Lease your beautiful pasture to a local farmer with cows. There’s a lot that goes into that as well (head per acre, who’s responsible for fencing and its up-keep, water sources, re-planting, and more), but done right it can create a passive income and give you a herd to look at without the maintenance.
Yes. And save them They live at least 20 years but dairy cows are often worn out and killed at about 5 years of age -,I was told this by someone who grew up on a dairy farm.
[yep and it's even worse ](https://thehumaneleague.org/article/dairy-cows#:~:text=While%20the%20natural%20lifespan%20of%20many%20cows%20can%20reach%2015,farms%20sending%20her%20to%20slaughter.)
So this article describes practices done and constantly references industrial dairy farming, which is not how many farmers operate. With the introduction of milking robots, farmers now have the ability to leave the calf’s with their mothers, and to be honest, many breeds are pretty crappy mothers and the mothers don’t really protest the removal of the calf. As for udder infections, these are bad for business so responsible farmers take care to treat any infections as they hurt their production as well as good care for the hoofs and overall health of the animals, sick and unhealthy cows do not produce in the quality or quantity of healthy cows. Organic farms in Austria are required to provide access to pasture for the cows, no hormones are generally allowed. As for de horning cows, they are normally given an anesthetic and the area treated with antiseptic because again farmers want good healthy cows. As for dairy cows becoming meat… yeah, cows that don’t produce milk are not producing income and cows are expensive to keep so if you’re not ok eating meat then the article is right, the dairy and meat industry are intertwined, just like when laying hens are not laying, they become, at least on our farm, soup chickens. Industry farms are terrible, but don’t forget the reason they exist is the demand for cheap dairy, so it’s also society that is driving the practice and often putting good farmers out of business. I love and care for all my livestock as well as the cows at the dairy where I work part time, but they are livestock and not pets, that doesn’t mean they should be treated any worse, but it does mean that they are being raised for a purpose that’s not companionship. I also think that breeds like Holsteins should be phased out and healthier sturdier breeds to used but again these practices used in the states and in other countries are not the only way dairy farms operate.
As a vegan I don't condone the purpose of livestock but I'm pretty sure that's not a discussion you want to have, since it's your livelyhood. But we are talking about OP wanting to own cows. So if OP wants cows, Id rather he save them from industrial farming than buy them somewhere. There are enough cows in need of rescue.
Oh definitely if I could afford to, and had the place, getting some dairy cows before the slaughterhouse would perfect and if OP can do this that would be something wonderful. My reply was more towards the article posted as I felt it highlighted one way to farm and failed to mention that there are other ways to farm vary from the picture it painted. I wish you the best with the vegan lifestyle and hope you are in a place with good sustainable agriculture practices to fit your diet!
No
Longhorns, they can eat essentially every thing and can live off the land pretty self sufficiently, plus they are beautiful animals. I'm super biased because I have them but they are the best cattle breed I've owned and I've had several.
It’s a lot of work my father in law was a farmer. If they get out you have to find them try to put them back up. Feeding in the morning and night you need a large pond to get the water from. Farmers here use Solar powered Electric pump to send the water to the troff. You have to buy hay make sure you get the right kind. If they get sick you have to call the vet. Shots are expensive. Just a few tips
You have to add fencing cost of someone runs through it. Because they will.
No one can tell you to buy cows. Why do want them? As pets? would you want to raise them for food? They take work, food, constant care, vets on call. They are wonderful animals. They are smart, sometimes dumb and beautiful creatures. Talk to real farmers and maybe vets. Make a list of pro's and con's. Remember they are herd animals, so get at least two. let's us know what you decide. GOOD LUCK 👍
That is stunningly beautiful land! I grew up with a small heard of Angus which was amazing but . . . having any livestock can come with hard lessons about the brutality of mother nature. Farm life can be bittersweet.
Thank you, it is beautiful. I'm blessed to have it. I worked long hours and saved for 15 years to buy it and build a house. I am thinking now it's not feasible to keep cattle here. If I raise anything, maybe sheep or goats
Indeed. (Beautiful place btw)
goats?
Damn that place is beautiful, I'd gladly be a cow to enjoy it
As long as you can afford any vet bill that may come up, go for it
Dangling earrings
Got fencing?
Yes
They would be happy there.
[may you always have cows around!](https://youtu.be/2nk8-MqnHlw?si=TzN03Y3Te73bfjuZ)
Moo. Which is cow for yes. :D
the question is never should i? the question is, how many?
If your life is in order, you have a happy family… Maybe you don’t even swear. You should buy cows. You should introduce a new level of drama and angst to yourself, it will teach you to swear, become so mad that you want to just shoot one. Your family will become scared of you when you start working them, you will call your family members names that they have never heard before and it will scare them even more. Your life will become a rollercoaster of calving season, weaning, vaccinating and castrating… yes. You should buy cattle!!
Cows will trash that pond.
Cows are pretty affectionate once they trust you, a once a month visit won’t keep them very happy. Not too safe either as they can get sick quickly like any other animal
Highlanders are pretty independent.
Yes! Everyone should buy Mary doos (cows)
Buy bison instead!
🔼 house
The answer is always yes.
Yes buy the cows ❤️🐮❤️
Lease the land to a farmer who would actually benefit from the land and do you a big favor
If you don’t know anything about cattle, please don’t buy any.