D&B Shorthorns

D&B Shorthorns, Shorthorn cattle, Terrebonne, OR, Deschutes County and the high desert near Bend.

D&B Shorthorns is committed to breeding healthy, well-tempered Shorthorn cattle and has raised breeding-quality calves for more than a decade under American Shorthorn Association guidelines. Annual health screenings and selective use of artificial insemination help maintain genetic diversity and soundness.

Their cattle graze on open sagebrush pastures and rest in ventilated barns during harsh weather, while calves are handled gently from birth to promote calm interaction and ease future management. The ranch integrates rotational grazing and local forage to support animal welfare and land stewardship. The ranch regularly participates in regional fairs to showcase refined coat colors and structural soundness.

As a family-run operation, D&B Shorthorns focuses on producing adaptable cattle suited to grass-based farms of all sizes, and buyers appreciate the steady growth rates and consistent frame scores reflecting careful selection and long-term herd planning.