Californio Cattle Company

Californio Cattle Company, Corriente cattle in Waterford, CA, operates in Stanislaus County and the Central Valley near Modesto. Pierre Olivier Paquelier has bred Corriente cattle for over fifteen years and participates in the American Corriente Association registry, ensuring breeding records and adherence to breed standards.

The herd health program includes regular veterinary screenings, vaccinations, and genetic testing, and calves are socialized from birth in family groups. Cattle graze on rotational pastures that mimic natural rangeland and are accustomed to low-stress handling routines.

Visitors often comment on the animals’ calm demeanor, and the ranch’s heritage approach respects the breed’s history on Spanish ranchos. Membership in the Stanislaus County Cattlemen’s Association connects the ranch to regional initiatives in water conservation and rangeland restoration. The operation balances traditional ranching skills with modern animal welfare practices to support a healthy, adaptable herd.