Rocking X5 Ranch

Rocking X5 Ranch, Scottish highland cattle breeders in Hebron, ND, are located in Morton County and the Missouri River valley near Bismarck. Gerry Hauck and Doug Hauck have been managing their herd for several years, following breed association guidelines and routine health screenings.

The ranch emphasizes low-stress, open pasture grazing across gently rolling fields with access to traditional wooden shelters and clean water. Calves receive daily handling to support social temperament and the herd benefits from rotational grazing that sustains soil and plant health. Their steady focus on animal welfare underpins a long-standing family tradition of responsible land stewardship.

Visitors to the ranch often note the calm, curious nature of the cattle when guided along the paddocks, reflecting the hands-on care they receive from birth. The family's commitment extends beyond the herd to responsible water use and native grass restoration, ensuring that the landscape thrives alongside the cattle.