Cows like the Belted Galloway do not generally wear halters. If you’ve been around cattle farms you’ve probably noticed that most cows in general do not wear halters. Owners may put a halter on a cow if they need to be able to catch him quickly. For instance, an expectant mother cow may be wearing a halter so the owner can catch her quickly to bring her in to a sheltered area close to birthing time. Owners may also have their cows wear halters if they are planning to show their cows. In this instance, the Belted Galloway is handled routinely and there’s a need for the halter. Some dairy farmers also use halters on their dairy cows especially if they are leading and moving them around from one place to another. If your Belted Galloways are free range then your vets Mattoon, IL may suggest leaving them without a halter to prevent injury or getting caught in fencing.

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