Goddard Ranch

Goddard Ranch raises Hereford cattle in Ardmore, TX, in the Red River valley near Dallas. With a focus on sound genetics and traceable bloodlines, the ranch maintains detailed health records and is a member of the American Hereford Association.

The herd grazes on native grass pastures and receives daily low-stress handling to support its wellbeing. David Harbour oversees day-to-day operations, drawing on a lifetime of ranch work passed down through family generations to guide herd management. Routine hoof care, balanced nutrition plans and vaccination schedules are managed on-site to promote herd resilience.

Local stockmen note the cattle’s calm disposition, strong mothering instincts and sturdy build, reflecting years of careful selection. The ranch’s longstanding commitment to open grazing and attentive care has earned respect among neighboring producers. The breeding program emphasizes maternal traits, structural soundness and efficient feed conversion and longevity.