Our Animals

Pure Pastures would be nothing without livestock. While we do not run certified breeding stock, or bother much with “purebred” animals, there are traits and characteristics that make certain breeds better suited for our pasture based, intensive grazing system.

Cattle

Our beef herd is made up primarily of Red Angus cattle. Our Red Angus herd is genetically predisposed to thrive in the harsh terrain of Texas Hill Country. They are smaller framed, more heat tolerant, and generally have a calm disposition. They are built tough, which makes them perfect for the Texas Hill Country.

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Sheep

Most of the sheep in our flock are Dorper sheep. We chose this breed because they are low maintenance, parasite resistant, and they can produce high quality meat in a pasture-based setting. Dorpers are “hair sheep” which means instead of wool (which needs to be sheared), they produce hair that sheds naturally. Hair sheep are better suited to hotter climates, and produce excellent, flavorful meat.

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