Z Rock Ranch

Z Rock Ranch, Scottish highland cattle, Eldon, Missouri, is located in central Missouri near Jefferson City. It follows recommended guidelines for herd health, including routine vaccinations and periodic testing overseen by a local veterinarian.

Its cattle graze on rotational pastures and receive daily handling to encourage gentle temperaments and strong hooves. The ranch maintains small herd sizes to ensure personalized care and consistent monitoring of nutrition and growth rates. Low-stress handling techniques and sourced non-GMO feed reflect a commitment to humane livestock practices. During winter months, the herd is housed in spacious barns with straw bedding and access to mineral blocks that support coat health.

Animals from Z Rock Ranch regularly appear at county fairs, earning ribbons for clean coats and well-formed horns. Phil Scritchfield and Donna Scritchfield keep detailed lineage and health records for each animal, supporting transparent communication with buyers.