Dreamy 280 Cattle Co

Dreamy 280 Cattle Co raises Shorthorn cattle in Blue Mounds, WI, Dane County and the Driftless Area near Madison. The operation is led by Dennis Schlimgen and Patrick, Lisa and Hope Schlimgen, who have worked with Shorthorn cattle for several years and maintain membership in national breed associations while prioritizing routine health testing. This mid-sized family operation balances traditional ranching practices with modern herd management. Its cattle graze on managed pastures and benefit from daily handling that fosters calm temperaments and reliable growth.

Each animal is born and raised on the family’s rolling farmland, where attention to balanced nutrition and comfortable shelter ensures steady development. Performance data guides selection, supporting both beef production and seedstock quality with detailed pedigrees and transparent records. Animals undergo recorded weighing and condition scoring at key growth stages to guide herd improvements. The team aims to preserve the breed’s versatility and sound structure, reflecting a commitment to responsible stewardship and lasting agricultural traditions.