Highland Hills Cattle

Highland Hills Cattle raises Scottish highland cattle in Waterloo, IL, in southwestern Illinois near St. Louis.

Cale Moore has been breeding Scottish highland cattle for more than a decade, maintaining affiliation with national breed associations and performing routine veterinary health screenings, including parasite control and genetic testing for hereditary conditions. Animals graze native grasses on open pastures that rotate seasonally, and careful social herding practices help develop their gentle temperament, robust foraging skills, and hardiness in varying weather. The farm combines traditional husbandry with rotational grazing, seasonal shelter options, and mineral-supplemented feeding, ensuring cattle adapt smoothly to each phase of growth throughout the year.

Life on the farm places emphasis on low-stress handling, resulting in calmer cattle that respond well to routine care, hoof trimming, and veterinary examinations. Customers note consistent temperament and classic conformation, with many highlighting the animals’ sturdy build and glossy coats.