Spring Trail Ranch

Spring Trail Ranch is a breeder of Miniature Hereford cattle in Hillsborough, NC, Orange County and the Triangle near Raleigh. With more than a decade of experience, it adheres to American Miniature Hereford Breeders Association standards, conducts routine health testing, participates in educational outreach about responsible small-scale cattle farming, and offers detailed evaluations of temperament and conformation.

Its cattle graze on rolling pastures with access to fresh water sources and receive barn shelter during mild weather to ensure comfort throughout the seasons. Animals are regularly handled from an early age to build calm temperaments and strong social bonds among herdmates.

Owner John Cooper draws on his family’s agricultural heritage to maintain a farm atmosphere that fosters natural behaviors. Lineage records are provided with each calf, reflecting the ranch’s commitment to transparency and breeder accountability. Health certificates accompany transfers of ownership, underlining a focus on ongoing welfare for every animal.