Guizaan

Guizaan is a Scottish highland cattle breeder in Todd, NC, in Ashe County and the Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone. The farm follows established breeding guidelines with regular veterinary care, genetic screening, and detailed health records, including hoof trimming schedules and calving logs. Calves grow up on open pastures and in familiar barns, where early socialization helps develop gentle temperaments before they join the main herd.

Owners Jean Ellman-Brown and Ian Ellman-Brown draw on a family tradition of sustainable farming to maintain strong mothering lines and calm adults. Pasture rotation and seasonally adjusted shelter provide a balanced diet and comfortable environment through changing weather and terrain. Their approach aims for resilient cattle suited to a range of regional climates, reflecting the hardy nature of the breed. Reviewers often note the cattle’s calm presence and sturdy build, hallmarks prized by both hobby farmers and working ranchers.