Always provide your cattle with plenty of clean, dry straw for bedding. Remove damp and soiled straw daily, replacing it with fresh straw. If your barn has a cement floor rather than dirt, provide extra bedding during the winter months. Fencing - Sturdy fencing and secure gates are a must for cattle. There are a variety of fences - woven wire, wood, electric and barbed wire.
Prices vary greatly, so shop around.
Barbed wire provides adequate fencing, however it can lead to injuries if your cattle attempt to break through the fence. Fencing should be strung taut, eight to ten feet between posts, and approximately four feet high. We recommend 5-10 acres of land per cow. This may vary depending on pasture quality, weather, and seasonal factors as well as the amount of hay you are feeding. Maintenance - Cattle are relatively easy to take care of and sanitary housing, good quality pasture, nutritious food and plenty of sunshine will greatly help to reduce health problems.