Exactly one year ago today, “Dexter’s Dixie Darlin’ Dairy Delight” gave birth to her first calf ever ~ with ease.
We purchased Dixie as a calf and waited a long time for this day. (More on that later…) Obviously, December isn’t the best time to birth a calf.
But in our case it couldn’t have worked out any better. It was warm, and the cows were toasty under their heat lamp. The cold weather was absent of flies.
In a word, it was perfect.
The proud father was our bull, “Dexter’s Double Dippin’ Dudley the Studley”. We also purchased Dudley as a small calf.
That is the best way to purchase a bull, I feel. Bulls can be intimidating and sometimes dangerous.
However, Dudley is…just Dudley. Albeit powerful.
Our new baby, the morning of his birth. D2. A product of Dixie and Dudley ~ registered Dexter stock. (Click on Dexter.)
Look at that little stance, within minutes of his birth.
What a fine young yearling he has evolved into.
Happy Birthday D2. You’re on your way to becoming an amazing steer.
Until tomorrow ~
Woodswoman
Happy Birthday D2, I remember how cute you were when you were born. You have grown to be so handsome.
Comment by Ellen — December 23, 2008 @ 1:44 pm