AboutJauson Expertise I can answer questions about training, such as but not limited to halter breaking, saddle, harness and trick training. Health, housing and some breeding issues. I will not answer health questions that would require me to examine the animal in person. These types of questions are best handled by your local vet.
Experience Im the founder of the IRSA, I have trained cattle and bison for many years. I have written a book about training and have owned and shown many grand champion Longhorn cattle.
Organizations IRSA, ITLA
Publications Apples N Oats,The Farm Show Magazine, Western Horseman, The Complete Book of Riding Steers, Steers with Gears,The Drover
Education/Credentials equine science
Awards and Honors Many Produce of dam, and grand champion steers of all ages.
Expert: Jauson Date: 12/20/2007 Subject: Cows left out in the rain
Question I just moved to a farming community so I know nothing about cows....but as I drive down the streets, Many cows have PROTECTIVE SHETLERS TO GO UNDER when the rain comes and some farms HAVE NEXT TO NO shelters for the cows to go under when the rains fall....WHY??????? These are dairy cows, not that .that makes a difference....Does rain not affect the cows...? I see some cows that DO HAVE SHELTER prefer to be out in the rain....But again, this ONE FARM has next to NO shelter....just one tiny place for 20 cows to go under and what do you do about the other 100 of them????
Answer Since I haven't seen the cattle you are talking about all I can do is explain farming to you. Many people when first moving to the country don't understand that the people who own those cows also make a living from them. There for they are probably getting allot better care then you are aware of. Shelter to cattle may mean a wind break. In some parts of the country that's all they need, if even that. I live in Iowa where winter is hard, T-storms are violent and many if not most feed lots have no shelter at all, and few have wind breaks, yet cattle stay fat, gain weight and make it to slaughter on time, healthy. Cattle are not family pets. They aren't cats or dogs. They are livestock and with those thick hides and heavy coats can with stand tempters and winds that would send you or me to our grave. If you are worried about a herd I suggest you knock on the farmers door. Tell him you are new to the country. Ask him to give you a tour of his farm. Ask questions while he shows you around. Be polite and make a new friend. Understand and learn new things now that you have a nice new home in the country. Who knows, maybe you will get some home made butter or fresh cream?
