Andrew Dolan

Andrew Dolan, Red poll cattle, Stuart, Virginia, Patrick County and the Blue Ridge Mountains near Roanoke. He has more than ten years of experience raising Red poll on family land and maintains membership in recognized cattle associations, with routine health screening for all breeding stock.

His herd grazes on open native grass pastures with shelter access and daily interactive handling to encourage calm temperaments. Calves receive early social exposure to livestock guardian dogs and regular veterinary checkups for developmental monitoring. The farm follows balanced nutrition, year-round rotational and seasonal pasture management and clean housing practices to support strong growth and maternal care.

Strict biosecurity measures help protect the herd from common regional diseases. Breeding animals are selected for docility and structural soundness to ensure consistent herd quality. A multi-generation tradition on this land brings attention to breed preservation and gentle working temperament.