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Carey Farms Dexter Cattle
When we tell people that we are Dexter owners, we often get a puzzled look; what are Dexter cattle?
Well, they are an all-around great tri-purpose cattle! Measuring at only 34-50 inches at the hip and weighing on average 600-700 lbs. (cows) and 1000 lbs. (bulls), they are not classified as "mini" seeing as this is their natural breed standard. Not only is their beef fantastic, and they rival the Jersey in milk production, but they are also stocky and can be trained as oxen. Their small size and docile temperament make them the perfect choice for any small (or large) farm, only requiring an estimated 1/2 acre per cow.
Our herd bull, Jimmy, aka "Big Mac," runs with our girls year-round, which means we have calves born throughout the year. Below is info on our calves for the current and previous year.
Name: Lily Lynne ADCA#: 057627
DOB: 7/28/2024 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: PeterFF Sweet Pea ADCA#: 050762
Availability: Kept as Breeding Stock
Name: Daisy Grace ADCA#: 056855
DOB: 8/17/2024 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: Blessed Be ADCA#: 050762
Availability: Kept as Breeding Stock
Name: Presley ADCA#: 056854
DOB: 8/19/2024 Sex: Male
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: Reba Jean ADCA#: 052176
Availability: SOLD
Name: Rosie ADCA#: Not Registered
DOB: 8/28/2024 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: CoCo ADCA#: Not Registered
Availability: Kept as Breeding Stock
Name: Poppy ADCA#: 056856
DOB: 10/28/2024 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: Jolene ADCA#: 027258
Availability: Kept as Breeding Stock
Name: 'Merica ADCA#: TBD
DOB: 7/11/2025 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: PeterFF Sweet Pea ADCA#: 050762
Availability: Not Available
Name: Liberty ADCA#: TBD
DOB: 7/4/20245 Sex: Female
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: Blessed Be ADCA#: 050762
Availability: Available Once Weaned
Name: TBD ADCA#: TBD
DOB: TBD Sex: TBD
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy ADCA#: 050764
Dam: Jolene ADCA#: 027258
Availability: Expected Birth Sept 2025
Carey Farms Dexter/Holstein Cattle
While we originally started with the intent of breeding only registered Dexter cattle, in 2023, we were given the opportunity to take in three Holsteins. We have since fallen in love with the Dexter/Holstein cross, which has proven to create the perfect milk cow and steer! Our first crosses were born in 2024 and are seen below. With that said, our goal will always be to grow our Dexter herd.
Name: Frank Sex: Male
DOB: 3/29/2024
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy Breed: Dexter
Dam: Milky Breed: Holstein
Availability: Steer
Name: Cookie Sex: Female
DOB: 4/4/2024
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy Breed: Dexter
Dam: Dottie Breed: Holstein
Availability: SOLD
Name: Kevin Sex: Male
DOB: 12/8/2024
Sire: PeterFF Jimmy Breed: Dexter
Dam: Lottie Breed: Holstein
Availability: Steer
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