Joe Lawrence

Joe Lawrence is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Perryopolis, PA, serving Fayette County near Pittsburgh. With a commitment to breed standards, Joe Lawrence follows American Shorthorn Association guidelines and maintains routine health testing for sound genetics. Drawing on over a decade of breeding experience, he prioritizes structural soundness and temperament suited for both small-scale farms and hobby herds. His cattle graze on rotational pastures with regular handling to encourage calm dispositions and easy integration into new herds.

He collaborates with local nutritionists to fine-tune forage-based rations that support growth and reproductive health. Several of his offspring have earned ribbons at county and regional livestock shows, reflecting both sound conformation and gentle temperaments. A recent visitor noted the herd’s friendly nature and the clean, orderly barn stalls. Families and fellow breeders note his consistent communication and attention to each animal’s welfare.