Bottaro, LLC

Bottaro, LLC is a Scottish highland cattle breeder in Overland Park, KS, Johnson County near Kansas City. For over a decade, Patrick F. Bottaro has tended to this resilient breed, adhering to breed-association health screenings and upholding rigorous breeding standards. The herd grazes across diverse pastures under a rotational system that mimics natural foraging patterns, promoting hoof strength and condition.

Calves remain with their dams until weaning and receive gentle handling from an early age, fostering calm temperaments and easy transitions to new surroundings. Routine veterinary care and complete health records reflect the operation’s commitment to transparent animal welfare. Bottaro’s approach combines time-honored ranching traditions with sustainable practices, including on-site composting and habitat conservation around ponds and woodlands. Visitors and local livestock enthusiasts often comment on the cattle’s even demeanor and the farm’s open discussions about herd management and habitat stewardship.