Stickley Livestock Company

Stickley Livestock Company, Shorthorn cattle, is located in Saint Paris, OH, in Champaign County and the Miami Valley near Dayton. Jim Stickley has been breeding Shorthorn cattle for more than two decades and follows guidelines set by national breed associations, including regular genetic screening and veterinary health checks for every animal. The farm sits on rolling acres that were first tilled by the family’s grandparents, offering ample pasture space for cattle while preserving local grassland habitats.

Calves are socialized from birth with daily handling and are rotated through fresh grass paddocks to build strong hooves and a resilient digestive system. The operation uses low-stress handling techniques and provides shelter barns equipped with bedding made from local straw during colder months.

A focus on structural soundness and temperament has earned positive feedback among neighboring farmers, who praise the even disposition and sturdy frames of the mature cattle. Seasonal pasture rotations, careful herd records and adherence to best management practices help maintain animal welfare and environmental stewardship throughout the year.