January 2025

Andy and Ewan are thriving this January, despite frosty mornings and regular snowfalls on the reserve. Highland cows are incredibly hardy, with their thick double coat providing natural insulation, so they don’t need rugs, even in freezing conditions.

Our daily feeding runs and water checks ensure their troughs remain ice-free during the colder months. Though sturdy and well-suited to winter weather, Andy and Ewan are very friendly and sociable, often enjoying a good brush, which helps keep their coats healthy.

Their horns are growing steadily, a defining feature of their breed, used for digging through snow to find grass. True to their cheeky nature, they’re also partial to the odd escape attempt, keeping us entertained and on our toes!