High Point Highlands

High Point Highlands breeds Scottish highland cattle in Adair, IA, in Adair County and west central Iowa near Des Moines. Gina and Tom Gettler leverage more than a decade of breeding experience and adhere to guidelines from national breed associations, maintaining full vaccination, parasite control, and genetic screening protocols for calving ease. Individual animal records track lineage, health history, and performance metrics to support informed herd management.

The cattle graze on rotational pastures and take shelter in open-roofed barns, reflecting a focus on low-stress handling and natural forage diets. Calves receive regular handling from birth to encourage social behavior and ease integration into breeding or show settings. Their herd comprises bloodlines selected for resilience in variable climates and robust health, highlighting a commitment to preserving the breed’s hardy characteristics. Visitors and buyers often note the cattle’s calm temperament and distinctive long coats, traits that speak to the farm’s attentive care and breeding philosophy.