IVE HEARD THAT TEXAS LONGHORN CATTLE ARE “WILD AND WOOLY” CRITTERS–IS THAT TRUE?
NOT ANY MORE! Several hundred years ago the longhorns that were on the “open range” were probably a touch unrully–survival of the fittest and used their horns to ward off wolves, coyotes, and other predators. TODAY, longhorns are bred to bring out their gentle nature; breeders cull out “problem” cattle. They are very curious, playful, intelligent cattle. They seek human, equine, and other bovine companionship. They are easily trained to know their name, eat out of your hand, and to sort, load and unload into trailers for easy management. Some steers are trained in saddle to ride in parades and other events. Once they trust you, you can pet them and scratch their heads.
