DynastyDexterCattle

This video shows ADCA Dexter Cattle breeders, how to search the breeder pedigree site for unique breeder prefix names. The breeder prefix must be unique to you and not being used by any other breeder. The only way to secure your breeder prefix is to submit an application to register your first Dexter. Once that name is allowed, your prefix is fixed to your farm and membership number. Until you register a Dexter, using that name, anyone else can use it.

This video is for all ADCA regional members who need a little help learning how to submit lab testing samples to the genetic lab at UC Davis.

We all have our own way to hand milk, but this is the most effective and least tiring way for me to hand milk. I also have nerve damage in one hand so this may be a good way for anyone with some arthritis in their hands or wrists. The key is to clamp off the milk, so it stays in the teat and does not go back up in to the quarter.

Preparations on getting genetic testing sent in on a Dexter calf, through Texas A & M. The final purpose of the genetic testing is for ADCA registration.

Typical flow of milk and technique when hand milking- Except I always use two hands at once.