Highland Cattle are definitely beef cattle ... but beyond all the hard work there has to be a little bit of fun. Docility is an important feature and these photos certainly show the docile side.
Many of my cattle are considered large for the breed ... well now the secret is out.
Our feeding methods are unique ... feed both ends simultaneously.
My daughter's friend takes an instant like to this cuddly fellow.
Where else would you take a bull after a big win?
James of Cruachan in the bar at Adelaide Show 1996.
A top bull requires to have a good nature.
James of Cruachan provides entertainment at my daughter's birthday party.
Promoting Highland Cattle in the height of Australian summer time is never easy but tolerant cows and smiling kids make it all worthwhile.
Tearlach of Cruachan enjoys the attention.
Trust goes both ways. My daughter's confidence with cattle shows through.
Notice the small wild bird sitting on the bull's head.
The kids raised the bird from the time it was a very tiny fledgling ... when it grew up it went its own way.
Preparation for the Lardner Park field days, March 2003
