Back in July, we vaccinated the bulls in advance of the coming breeding season. We vaccinate at least 30 days in advance of bull turn out to avoid the vaccine reducing semen quality. While in the chute, we measured each bull and did a general look over. This information was documented and will be used for comparisons among the herd and future generations.

Some measurements include the top line, heart girth, flank circumference, rump width and length, shoulder width and frame score. A few attributes we look for are outward signs of a properly functioning gland system, conformation, disposition and gender specific traits. The final deduction… Yup, they’re good bulls.