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Holstein bulls, as well as other dairy bulls are dangerous. They are unpredictable and at 2000lbs are very strong. A review of death by bulls in a 4 year period in the early 2000's in the Midwest tells me that complacency on the part of the handler played a part. Bulls can be docile and normal and well behaved for a year and then, one day stomp or butt the farmer or stock handler to death. Raising them as calves and trying to treat them as pets has not altered their unpredictable violent natures.
They are not pets, they cannot be reasoned with. For many farmers the right choice is artificial insemination. It lessens the danger and can provide more genetic diversity to the dairy herd.
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How much do holstein cattle weigh?
A Holstein cow will average at around 1600 lbs. Bulls average around 2300 lbs.
What age do you breed Holstein cattle?
Holstein heifers can be bred at around 15 months of age. Bulls can be used for breeding by the time they reach around 12 months of age.
Why are bulls so dangerous?
One word: TESTOSTERONE. Bulls are dangerous and unpredictable because of one of two things: jealousy and protection over their girls (the cows), and because they really really want to eat. Bulls that can smell a cow in heat and are being herded through a corral can become quite exited, and do as best as he can to get to that cow that "needs" him. Bulls are also dangerous if they don't respect you, and if they realize they are bigger and stronger than you and constantly challenge you. Challenging bulls get a one-way ticket to the slaughterhouse on my farm.
What is a male holstein called?
A Holstein bull or steer (if castrated).
In what country did the Holstein cow orginate?
The Holstein breed originated from the Netherlands.
What do Holstein bulls weigh?
Holstein bulls usually weigh over a ton, which is around 2200 lbs, more or less.
How much do holstein cattle weigh?
A Holstein cow will average at around 1600 lbs. Bulls average around 2300 lbs.
What kind of temperament do Friesian cattle have?
Holsteins are relatively calm, but most do have a slightly nervous temperament, especially when pushed or excited. Holstein bulls, however, are more aggressive and dangerous than cows are.
What age do you breed Holstein cattle?
Holstein heifers can be bred at around 15 months of age. Bulls can be used for breeding by the time they reach around 12 months of age.
Are hereford cattle docile or aggressive?
Holstein cows are generally bred to be quite docile as they need to be handled at least twice a day for milking. The caveat is that they would be more docile if handled when young on a daily basis, which does not generally happen in large commercial dairy herds. Holstein bulls can be quite agressive...as can most bulls.
How can pit bulls be dangerous?
When they bite it hurts
What are the release dates for Dangerous Encounters - 2005 Raging Bulls?
Dangerous Encounters - 2005 Raging Bulls was released on: USA: 11 September 2012
Are bulls dangerous or gentle beast?
bulls can be dangerous but they are like anyother creature if someone was all up in your face you would attack them too they are just misunderstood.
Why are pitbulls rottweilers and German shephards listed as the most dangerous dogs?
pit bulls are dangerous but are not the most dangerous dogs in the world
What cows was developed to produce more milk?
Selective breeding, the farmer will select what bulls to breed to what cows in order to increase milk production.
What are the release dates for Dangerous Encounters with Brady Barr - 2005 Raging Bulls - 7.1?
Dangerous Encounters with Brady Barr - 2005 Raging Bulls - 7.1 was released on: USA: August 2012
Is the Doberman on the list of dangerous breed?
Pitt-bulls,Germans ShepherdsChihuahuasPanamanians
