Mini Bulls don't have Mini Horns! | Summary and Q&A
TL;DR
Coyote Peterson visits a sustainable mini farm called Brutko Farms to feed and interact with miniature Texas Longhorns.
Key Insights
- ☠️ Miniature Texas Longhorns are selectively bred to be smaller than standard Longhorns, with a maximum height of 42 inches at the hip bone.
- 🤢 Cows use their tongues to graze and eat grass, as they do not have the top teeth to bite it off.
- 🤠 Hornets of cows can twist if they are hit hard enough.
- 👻 Miniature farms like Brutko Farms are becoming popular as they are affordable for average people and allow for self-sustainability.
- 🛄 Brutko Farms focuses on sustainability and aims to be environmentally responsible.
- 🧑🌾 Miniature Texas Longhorns at Brutko Farms are considered the farm's mascots and will not be used for meat.
- 🫵 Coyote Peterson advises his viewers to visit the Brutko Farms website and follow them on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.
Transcript
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Questions & Answers
Q: What are miniature Texas Longhorns?
Miniature Texas Longhorns are selectively bred descendants of standard size Longhorns that have been bred to be smaller, with a maximum height of 42 inches at the hip bone.
Q: How do cows graze without top teeth?
Cows use their tongues to wrap around grass and rip it off. They then push the grass back to their molars for grinding and swallowing.
Q: Are cows colorblind?
Yes, cows are colorblind, but they rely on movement rather than color. As long as you don't move fast, they won't charge.
Q: Why do miniature cows fit the bill for self-sustaining farms?
Miniature cows are affordable for average people and can provide meat and milk for self-sustaining farms. They are part of the trend of growing one's own food and buying locally.
Summary & Key Takeaways
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Coyote visits Brutko Farms to explore and learn about miniature Texas Longhorns.
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Miniature Texas Longhorns are selectively bred to reduce their size and do not exceed 42 inches in height.
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Coyote feeds and observes the cattle, learning about their unique feeding habits and the structure of their horns.