3 Fingers Ranch

3 Fingers Ranch raises Scottish Highland cattle in Wilder, ID, serving Canyon County near Boise. The operation is managed by Nick Ketterling, who draws on years of experience and adheres to American Highland Cattle Association guidelines for health testing and breed standards. Herd sires and dams undergo regular veterinary screenings to ensure robust genetics and sound hooves.

Animals graze on rotational pasture and have access to shelter and clean water year-round, encouraging natural behaviors and calm temperaments. Nick values hands-on socialization from early calving to gentle weaning, so stock remain accustomed to human interaction. This combination of traditional ranching methods and attentive care supports strong, adaptable cattle well-suited for a range of small farms.

Their closed-herd policy helps maintain disease-free status and preserves the distinct coat and horn qualities that characterize the breed. Prospective owners appreciate the ranch’s transparency in sharing lineage records and calving histories.