Belted Galloways or “Belties”
Galloways are a hardy breed originating from Scotland as early as the 16th century. They are recognized as the oldest polled {hornless} beef cattle breed in the world.
They are on the Livestock Conservation list of endangered breeds, which only in 2007 were taken off the Critical list.
Belties are a solid colour with a white belt mainly black with a white belt, but there are also dun and the rare red.
Height at maturity should be 42inches maximum at the hook {hip} bone.
Cows can be bred 18 / 24mths and the resulting calf is Panda Bear cute.
Needs:
- Pasture grass and good quality hay when required
- Mineral / salt block when needed
- Shelter / shade
- Clean fresh water
- Regular parasite control and vaccinations i.e. leptospirosis
Reasons to own a Beltie:
- Longevity
- Hardiness
- Adaptability
- Naturally horned
- Docility
- Feed conversion efficiency
the resulting
calf is
Panda Bear
cute.
