Family Milk Cow

[bigredfeather]

We're looking to add a milk cow to the farm. We are considering getting a Jersey. Anyone out there that has a Jersey have any words of wisdom or things to look for when buying one?

Any other breed suggestions?

 

[res]

How much milk do you need, and what do you plan to do with it?

If you are wanting milk for a small family, I would suggest a Dexter instead of a Jersey/Guernsey/Holstein, etc. They produce a smaller quantity of milk due to their small size, and require less space and forage. They are also easier to work with given their size - less intimidating, anyway.