Many people ask me, “why Dexter’s?”. I believe it’s no accident that they
have survived so long and won a special place in many hearts and minds
worldwide, including mine. Dexter’s have always been a small breed which
have not been miniaturised, and I believe have special characteristics to
offer the people who keep them. Here, briefly is their story..
the facinating history of the dexter Read More »
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The relocation of a feral herd of 16 Dexters that lived in the Addo Elephant National Park’s Wilderness area has caught the attention of scientists after the South African Dexter Cattle Breeders’ Society became aware of the herd roaming in the park a few years ago. The society initiated the relocation of the animals to Bronkhorstspruit in Gauteng.
DEXTERS survive for decades in national park Read More »
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If you looking for more information on our wonderful breed, scroll down past the digital magazines to the flipboard section. There are several of the Dexter Registry Magazines that have been converted into easy to view flipboards. So much history at your fingertips in one place, the IDC Gazette.
Here is what a Dexter family gathering looked like in the 1800s. Notice that the cottage cow is handled pretty much like the family horse. This photo was taken from the Facebook group DexterCattle Historical with the permission of Judy Spongaule. Judy has a wealth knowledge about our wonderful breed.
What a Dexter family gathering! Read More »
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A mutation that is unique to the Dexter breed
Grade One – and the Colour Dun Read More »
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Among the breeds of cattle kept by King Edward VII at Sandringham were pedigree shorthorns, red polls, Jerseys and Irish Dexters.
Kerry & Dexter Herd Book – Volume 9 Read More »
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Dexter are classified as a small, friendly, dual-purpose breed.
Cattle International Series Read More »
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Queen Victoria is listed as owner of the Dexter bulls.
“Royal Farmers”by Ralph Whitlock Read More »
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In January 1887, the “Farmer’s Gazette” published the first register of Dexter (and Kerry) cattle in Ireland.
Preface to 1890 Herdbook Read More »
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In 1920, Lady Phillips bought animals from Mrs. Conroy’s original herd.
Origin of the Dexter Breed Read More »
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The early Dexters adapted to the challenging conditions of open, mountainous Irish countryside and developed the hardy animals that are valued today.
Livestock Conservancy Dexters Read More »
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Born Survivor – Story of the Dexter – Heritage Cattle.
Dexter Cattle return to Ireland Read More »
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The early Dexters adapted to the challenging conditions of open, mountainous Irish countryside and developed the hardy animals that are valued today.
Livestock Conservancy Dexters Read More »
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