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Zebu cattle are known to be one of the oldest
breeds of cattle in the world
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It is possible they
existed as far back as 3000 B.C.
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Thought to come from India, where they were known as Nadudana, or
small cattle
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During the early 1900's, a few of these cattle were imported for
use in circuses and zoos.
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Zebus are true miniatures; they are not bred down from larger
breeds. They are naturally small.
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The first thing you notice about a
zebu is their hump.
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Both cows and bulls have a hump, but
the male's hump is usually much bigger
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Miniature Zebus are hearty and
disease resistant
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They love hot
weather and will lay in full sun on the hottest days of the year.
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On
windy or cold days they prefer to spend their time inside a shelter.
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Because of their size, they are well
suited to a small farm. They require only 1/3 of what "regular
size" cattle need.
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Miniature Zebu cattle are perfect to
gain an Agricultural Exemption on small acreages in some areas.
Check with your local Property Valuation Administrator for details.
