Nhr Shorthorns

Nhr Shorthorns is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Rice, TX, Navarro County and North Texas near Dallas. Owned by Bill Ziegenhagen, it has been raising registered Shorthorns for several years under the guidelines of the American Shorthorn Association, with routine genetic and health screenings to support sound herds. The herd benefits from rotational grazing practices that improve forage diversity and soil health. Calves are born on pasture with daily handling from our team to encourage early socialization and ease of transition to new homes.

The ranch sits on gently rolling pastureland where cattle graze freely and move into well-maintained barns during severe weather. Cows and bulls are evaluated annually for structural soundness and maternal traits. Nhr Shorthorns focuses on balanced conformation and gentle temperaments, and several of its cows have earned maternal performance awards. A local feedlot manager noted the consistency in growth rates and composure among these cattle, praising their adaptability on varied forage.