Medlin Ranch

Medlin Ranch, Scottish Highland cattle, Castle Rock, CO, in Douglas County and the Front Range near Denver. The ranch participates in national breed association events and follows recommended health screening protocols for genetic conditions, including routine parasite management and nutritional monitoring.

Seasonal herd health plans and pasture rotation schedules help maintain herd vitality year round. Its cattle graze on managed pastures and receive daily hands-on care from Ken Medlin, with an emphasis on calm handling and early socialization. Calves are introduced to human interaction from birth to foster trust and ease handling at all life stages.

Focused on sound structure and gentle temperament, its breeding program supports small-scale farmers and homesteaders. With over 20 years of experience on Colorado rangeland, Medlin Ranch cultivates cattle that thrive in seasonal climates and rugged terrain. As a family-run operation, it blends traditional ranching practices with modern standards of animal welfare and maintains transparent communication with buyers to ensure responsible stewardship.