All About keeping and raising Mini Zebu! We also provide a free For Sale listing once you create an account here.
Mini Zebu are popular due to their smaller size, meaning you are able to keep a herd on a smaller homestead style plot of land. They are typically under 42″ at the withers and typically under 650 pounds for a full grown bull.
Mini Zebu are one of the oldest breed of cattle, dating back 8000 years. They are believed to have originated in Southern India.
They are normally kept as pets, or used in shows such as FFA or 4-H. Due to their smaller size they are not commercially raised for beef.
There are two separate entities that maintain papers and registration on animals, the AMZA (American Miniature Zebu Association) and the IMZA (International Miniature Zebu Association). You of course can also keep Mini Zebu’s without registering them, but that will typically effect their value and exclude them and their offspring from being able to be shown.
This website is not for monitoring lines or keeping records of anything other than user entered ranch locations and for sale postings.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Do Mini Zebu like heat?
A: Mini Zebu are a heat tolerant breed of cattle as you can see in the following Youtube Video:
We have our two here in Central Florida and they don’t mind the heat. While the horses are in the barn with the fans they are happy laying in the sun like they are at the beach.
Q: How Many can I keep on 1 acre?
A: Mini Zebu are easier on the land than their larger counterparts and you can usually keep 2-3 per acre, depending on the quality of the forage and if you are suplimenting with hay and feed.
Q: How much do they cost?
A: It depends on the lineage, color, size, and if the animal is registered. An unregistered bull calf or steer may go for a little as $300, while a registered proven cow may sell for thousands of dollars.
Q: Why do they have humps?
A: Zebu have a fatty hump behind their neck. It is believed to help keep them cooler.
Q: How long does a Mini Zebu Live?
A: Mini Zebu have a lifespan of 20-25 years, depending on their care.
If you are interested in keeping Mini Zebu in colder climates, they will need protection from extreme cold, with some sort of structure or blankets.
