To my eye these Highland Cattle definitely have a frayed look. Their shaggy coats are of course designed to fend off the bitter rain-filled gales of their West of Scotland homeland. They are also one of Britain’s oldest breeds, and all-round tough guys. They are long-lived; they thrive on the poorest grazing, and cows produce up to 15 calves in their lifetime. This sturdy durability also explains why the breed has been exported world-wide – even to the barren uplands of the Andes. This bunch, however, is having a very cushy life in Much Wenlock, both weather- and food-wise. It’s nice to come upon them on our walks around the town’s surrounding fields. You never know where they will be next, which is a cause of much a-moos-ement on the part of the Team Leader aka Graham, who has formed a deep affection for the great, hairy beasties. (We simple souls are easily pleased out here in the shires.)
For more info: The Highland Cattle Society
Tish Farrell 
I wasn’t aware of this breed. They have a bit of yak about them, don’t they?
Yes, you’re right. But it wouldn’t do to tell them that. They are easily offended.
I will keep that in mind. Those horns could be trouble.
LOL..!
Good one Tish! I encountered them in the woods one day! I had never seen them before! MOOOO
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I love the color of their hair. And they look rugged too
Don’t they just. I don’t feel that English weather is enough of a challenge for them.
I love this shot Tish. Well captured
Thanks, Bob.
I just love this breed….when I lived in Crickhowell there ware some in a filed I would hike through…the babies are like big cuddly bears:)
Yes, the babies are just like teddies. 🙂
They are really cute!
🙂 definitely!
Awww, and what great moos indeed!!!
Aren’t they just, Marina.
Fabulous animals Tish but definitely over-dressed for the summer 🙂
Yes, one wonders how they coped with the recent hot spell. They don’t move much though, so maybe there are cool parts underneath somewhere.
Awwww … the 1st photo is adorable. In the last photo … he does have a bit of frayed hair. Perhaps, a stop at the beauty salon might help.
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That conjures a hilarious picture, Isadora. I have a feeling too that Highland Moos don’t have a sense of humour.
I love these cows…and yes they definitely look frayed. And rats…I just realized I had a photo of not the real cow but a sculpture of one made out of grass that would have been perfect!!
They are so beautiful Tish – and really great photos too.
They were in the field behind the Priory, Kate. Came upon them quite by chance the other day.
Had never seen one before! They are truly beautiful…and the calves are adorable with their “hairdo”! Thanks for sharing these great pictures.
They are great aren’t they, Tiny. I’m sudden seeing a calf and Bumble nose to nose. They have coordinating colours and woolliness. Now what might they get up to…
That’s an idea! Bumble sits in my lap and instantly saw the match 😀
These are to coolest looking cattle. I love their shaggy faces. They all look like they should have a rose tucked behind one ear 🙂
I love that notion, though I have a feeling they might be a bit snooty about wearing roses. I fear they may be rather dour types. But then again…
I can tell by your choice that you’re no cow-ard. 🙂 Those cattle are so cute and I love your title.
janet
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I love “heeland coos”. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you liked them. 🙂
Oh my gosh Tish – what gorgeous creatures and so perfect for the challenge. I’m green with envy!!!
Hello, Tina. Thanks for visiting ‘my’ moos.
That last one does look like a cuddly teddybear….great combo of both challenges. Some farmers in my area (highlands of Virginia) had Scottish highland cattle but were complaining that they eat much more hay than other cattle breeds during the winter. I always enjoy seeing them; there’s something much more wild, primeval in their looks than the short-haired breeds.
Yes, you’re right, Annette. They’re wild and rugged types. They don’t seem quite so domesticated as more familiar breed; not so interfered with perhaps, breeding-wise. Interesting that they need more hay. They were certainly chomping through piles of it in the winter.
Great selections, Tish! Great images. I love the first one and the last one especially,
Thanks, Amy.
Oh, they are truly just adorable! Love that hair and colour! Stunning captures Tish! Love it! 😀
Thanks, Sonel. They are lovely moos aren’t they.
They sure are and you captured them so perfectly. 😀
I just love that first picture.
Hello, Shimon. It’s so sweet, isn’t it. A lucky shot.
I love the shaggy look of Highland cattle! They are so ice age! We have a small herd of them on Whidbey Island and I love to stop and watch them. Lovely photos, Tish.
Thank you, Naomi. Yes Ice Age is exactly what they are. A bit like much smaller versions of hairy mammoths.
Adorable!!
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