Frequently Asked Questions

Transportation can be arranged.

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.

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

Highlands adapt very well to the varying climates here in WA. In summer they shed their thick coats and tolerate the harsh heat very well. That being said, shade is a must and will be well appreciated.

Register with The Department of Primary Industries. You can find the registration forms online with a quick Google search.