Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our private Highland Cow Experience is designed for up to 4 guests, but we can increase this to 6 guests with prior arrangement.

    If you'd like to discuss a larger booking, please email us at info@scotchwoodfarm.com.au, and we'll be happy to see how we can accommodate your group.

  • Our Highland Cow Experiences are designed for guests aged 12 years and over.

    As our experiences take place in open paddocks with the cattle roaming freely around us, younger children can present a safety risk for both themselves and our animals. Our minimum age helps ensure everyone can relax and enjoy the experience while allowing us to maintain a safe environment for our guests and the welfare of our Highland cattle.

    We know many families would love to introduce younger children to our Highlands, and that's something we're working towards. As Scotchwood Farm continues to grow, we have plans to create dedicated areas where families with younger children can safely enjoy meeting our Highland cattle.

  • Absolutely! A Highland Cow Experience makes a beautiful and memorable setting for a proposal.

    We'd love to help you create a truly special moment and can work with you to plan the perfect location and timing during your private tour. We can also arrange for a professional photographer to be discreetly positioned nearby to capture the big moment without spoiling the surprise.

  • Not until spring 2026

    We have a limited number of baby goats (kids) and Highland calves available each year. Rarely do we have cows available, as we are building our fold. When they do become available, they will be sold in calf as proof of fertility.

    We currently have a waitlist for both kids and calves. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please complete our enquiry form with your details, including your PIC and preferences.

    Please note, an in-person visit is required before finalisation of any sale.

  • All owners of cattle and goats in Australia, even just pets, are legally required to hold a Property Identification Number (PIC). This is for lifetime traceability and biosecurity reasons.

    We do not rehome our animals to properties without one. It can take up to 6-8 weeks to process a PIC application in WA. If you are considering livestock in the future, check out the link below.

    https://www.dpird.wa.gov.au/businesses/biosecurity/animal-biosecurity/livestock-ownership-identification-movement/livestock-owner-beekeeper-registration/

  • Highlands are typically a low-maintenance animal. There are a few basics that would need to be addressed when considering if one would be right for you:

    • 24/7 Access to fresh clean water, and grass, or quality hay if unavailable (we feed ours Oaten during the dry summer months) 

    • Adequate fencing height and strength, to ensure they cannot wander off your property or get into your vege garden. 

    • Highlands are social animals, so they need as a minimum, another cow as a buddy. Never keep a cow (or goat, or chicken) on its own.

    • A basic crush and yard setup should be in place prior to purchasing cattle. This is for the safety and welfare of yourself and the cattle. Most veterinarians will not attend a property without a basic set up.

  • Highlands adapt very well to the varying climates here in Australia. Highland cattle’s hair grows longer in anticipation of winter, and then is shed in spring. The coat length is also directly related to the temperature experienced within any region. So, the warmer it is, the less hair they will grow. Our cattle also have ample shade, and make very good use of it in the hotter months.

  • As much as you can to build trust and rapport and then to maintain it. For example, we interact with our cattle and goats daily, brushing, having a conversation over the fence, going for a walk. That kind of thing. 

  • Transportation can be arranged. Please contact us for further details.