Rocky Mountain Highlands

Rocky Mountain Highlands Scottish Highland cattle in Cheyenne, WY, serves Laramie County and the High Plains near Denver. Rachel Gaukel has been raising Scottish Highland cattle for over ten years and maintains registrations through national breed associations with emphasis on health testing for common genetic conditions.

The herd grazes on native grass pastures and calves are raised with daily handling to encourage socialization and gentle temperament. Animals live in open-air shelters built for protection from summer heat and winter winds, and the farm follows a rotational grazing plan to support pasture health and seasonal forage balance.

Monthly veterinary checkups and individualized nutrition programs help sustain herd well-being throughout the year. Visitors often remark on the cattle’s placid behavior and the clear dedication to low-stress management. Rocky Mountain Highlands has received ribbons at regional livestock shows for uniform coat quality and classic horn set.