Description: These brown cows are also known for their history - this breed of cow was one of the first to enter the US, entering in the early 1780's. Another name for these cows is the Dairy Shorthorn (in every place except the US and Canada, where it is the Milking Shorthorn).
Characteristics: These cows usually are roan or dark red/mahogany in color and are very docile creatures. These cows are used as 'foundation' females in many places and are very calm. They can be used to calm bulls.
Mature (Fully Grown) Milking Shorthorns: Mature (fully grown) milking shorthorns weigh about 1,100 pounds. These cows aren't usually very large or petite; they are medium in size.
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History: These cows originated in Northeastern England in the Tees River Valley and Durham. These cows were a result of breeding between the Tees River Valley cattle and the Durham cattle. A blending breed was introduced in 1970 to perfect the cattle. These cattle are used for many different things in many different places. In Ireland, Shorthorns are used mainly for the beef while in the UK the milking qualities are prized.
Milking Shorthorn Calves: These calves are usually healthy little cows. They are vigorous at birth and are easy to take care of. These calves are very calm and can adapt to conditions easily.
Milk Statistics: These cows can produce in excess of 9,000 kilograms in 305 days. Some cows can even produce in excess of 10,000 kilograms! These cows are usually strong milk producers for about 5 lactations, making them very strong and stable producers of milk.
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