The importance of integrating safe and effective practices when cattle herding has been established for years, but more recently, the emphasis on using techniques that minimize stress for the animals has come to the forefront. There are five effective simple ways to reduce stress when handling cattle which also have the potential to lead to a more efficient business model, as stress created during handling will lead to increased secretion of stress related hormones which has been shown to lower

 There may be a variety of reasons as to why you want to sort cattle on your ranch. It is a form of cattle handling that is considered an art form. By understanding a few cattle basics, you can be more successful when it comes to sorting your cattle and being a better handler. While you don’t have to be an animal behavior specialist, it is important to understand herd behavior, overall motivation, response to pressure and noise, and more