"Heilan Coos" = the fluffy Highland Cows
There is no doubt that Highland Cows are simply a cute & adorably different sight to behold: with their stocky appearance, sweeping horns and eyes that peep out through long shaggy fringes, they win your heart faster than you can say "moo."Nobody is certain of the exact age or origins of this unique breed, but they are known to be the oldest pedigree breed of cattle in the world and the first breed to be registered. The Highland Cattle Society's first herd book dates from 1884. Although adorable and fluffy, this ancient cattle breed is famous for being the hardiest and most resistant to illness in the world. They were born and bred to survive and thrive in the extreme weather conditions of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. You'll find these majestic creatures (also known as Hairy Cows or Highlanders) all over the rural areas of northern & central Scotland. Unlike other cattle these...





































