Buyer question
How long do Guernsey cattle live?
Our Animal Library gives the Guernsey cattle a lifespan of 15–20 years.
Source: the Guernsey cattle page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Guernsey cattle in the Animal Library
The detail
Guernseys come from the Isle of Guernsey and are known for golden milk rich in beta-carotene and butterfat. They are medium sized, gentle and efficient, and many carry the A2 beta-casein gene, which some buyers seek out.
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Moderate)
- Origin
- Isle of Guernsey
- Best fit
- Family milk, small dairy
- Upkeep
- 4 out of 5 (Daily milking)
- Temperament
- Gentle, easygoing
What to weigh
Guernseys are less common than Jerseys, so finding good stock can take time. Like other dairy breeds they need attention to minerals around calving.