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Expertise
I can answer most types of cattle questions, primarily beef types. Genetics, breeding, basic care, herd health and management, and showing. I'm knowledgeable in forages and feeding. Non emergency health and soundness questions. I am not a veterinary, and can't answer critical care questions. Call your local large animal vet for that service.
Experience in the area
I've been a registered cattle breeder for over 20 years. My husband and I run a 250 acre cattle ranch in Texas. I've raised dairy cattle, commercial cattle, and registered and show cattle. I'm on our county Beef and Forage committee.
Organizations
American Simmental Association. American Brahman Breeders Association. Falls County Beef and Forage Committee. Texas Farm Bureau
Education/Credentials
Associates Degree in computer science.
Awards and Honors
Many ribbons and placings in cattle showing, with most recent being: 2011 Fort Worth Stock Show, Senior Champion Simmental, and Houston Livestock Show Reserve Champion Senior Simmental.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim | 04/27/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Great depth of knowledge and very helpful ..... |
| Liz | 01/15/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for clearing that up. My grandson ..... |
| thom | 09/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | great information...thank you. |
Recent Answers from Eileen DuJardin
2012-05-09 Markings:
Jerry, Hmmm... that's a new one for me! Can you please give me the "context" of the question? How is the description "short marked" used? I wonder if it doesn't have to do with how much white is
2012-05-04 feeding:
Annie, I don't know how much help I can be... as you're in the UK, and I'm in the US! I don't know enough about what types of feeds are available there, as opposed to here. Also.... the type of
2012-04-16 beef cows:
Hi Mariah! I'm not sure I understand why you would have three bulls already? Are you trying to start a small herd of cattle, or are you fattening them? Let's assume you're wanting to have a small
2012-03-28 Cows on the Beach:
Rogan, Wow.. this is an interesting question! I hadn't heard of that breed before. Do you know much about the cattle themselves? Are they "Bos Indicus" or "Bos Taurus" based? This would make a difference
2012-03-20 Blue tongue disease:
Good morning! Boy, you've got me stumped on this one! I see that you're from the UK.. I'm guessing this is a disease or a condition that is regional, as I have never heard of it here in the States!
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