03/09/2025
Breeding for Personality: Why It Matters
Meet DAVIS FAMILY COAL MINER 😍
I am absolutely delighted to have brought Coal into my breeding program when he was just a kid three years ago.
Coal is tied to a fence post with nothing but a single knot in a hay tie, calmly eating while I trim his hooves. He is trained to stand on a milk stand, but ultimately I have found this to be what works best for me and the big boys.
Despite little handling since breeding season ended over five months ago, he stands quietly, making my job easy.
This isn’t just luck. Breeding and culling for personality plays a huge role in a manageable, low-stress herd.
A well-tempered animal makes daily chores, hoof trimming, and even vet care safer and easier. While training has its place, genetics set the foundation.
A solid breeding program looks beyond conformation and production—because good milk and strong kids are even better when they come from animals that are a pleasure to work with.
He has two first freshening yearlings retained this year. More updates soon 😁
