Hereford cattle are among the most popular and prolific cattle breeds you can raise on your farm. They live up to 22 years but can be ready for slaughter in around 2 years, with their meat being good...

There are common cow diseases that new owners should watch for. Undetected, these could lead to diarrhea, loss of body weight and infected meat, but fortunately, most diseases aren't fatal for...

Cows learn faster than dogs, have excellent memories and have excellent problem-solving skills. However, they are on-par with the intelligence of canines and are more emotional whereas the dog is...

Giraffes aren't related to a cow, but are related to the okapi, and from here are linked genetically to cows, deer and pronghorns. You could view cows and giraffes as distant cousins rather than...

Understanding bull anatomy will help you recognize common problems and solutions, especially if aspire to naturally breed your own bulls. Studying the anatomy of an animal calls for analyzing its...

The best beef cattle breeds for a small farm include Hereford, Simmental, Shorthorn, Gelbvieh and Devon. These breeds are all beginner-friendly, are affordable to purchase, are relatively docile and...