Snug Hollow Farm-Ryegate, Vt

Snug Hollow Farm-Ryegate, Vt raises Scottish highland cattle in Monroe, NH, Coös County and the White Mountains near Littleton. John Santis has managed breeding stock for over fifteen years and holds membership in the American Highland Cattle Association, with regular health screenings for horns, hooves and bloodlines. Animals graze on rotational pastures and winter hay feeds in a barn fitted for shelter and bedding.

The farm emphasizes gentle handling and early herd socialization, allowing calves to bond within small groups. A century-old stone barn on the property reflects a family tradition of livestock stewardship. Local customers note the consistent calm temperament and robust build of the adults and weaned calves. They follow natural rearing practices without routine antibiotics or growth promoters, and each animal receives regular hoof trimming and dental checks. Recent offspring often display the characteristic thick coat and hardy build that suit New England winters and local terrain.