Buyer question
How big do Shorthorn cattle get?
Our Animal Library lists the Shorthorn cattle at cows 1,200–1,500 lb (mature weight).
Source: the Shorthorn cattle page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Shorthorn cattle in the Animal Library
The detail
Shorthorns were developed in northeast England and were once the dominant breed worldwide. Modern beef Shorthorns are red, white or roan, maternal and easy to handle, and they are a staple of youth show rings.
What to weigh
Show-bred lines can be heavily influenced by other breeds and carry genetic defects. Ask for test results before buying breeding stock.