Mockingbird Farms

Mockingbird Farms miniature zebu, Riner, Virginia, in the mid-Atlantic region near Washington, D.C., offers well-socialized cattle on a family-run acreage.

Daniel Harper has more than ten years of experience and adheres to breed club guidelines for health screening, including routine herd vaccinations and fertility evaluations. The cattle graze on open pasture and receive regular hands-on care to ensure a calm temperament and durable constitution. The farm began as a hobby project and has grown into a respected source for hardy miniature zebu suited to varied climates. Genetic diversity is emphasized through careful selection of lineage, with calves raised alongside adult herds to promote natural behaviors. Each animal has access to barn shelter during winter months, and summer pastures are rotated to maintain forage quality. Breeding records are carefully tracked to preserve bloodlines, and offspring receive individualized feeding plans for steady growth.