Stuart Creek Ranch Pinzgauers

The Pinzgauer (Pinz-gow-er) breed originated in the 1600's, in the Pinzgau region of Austria. It is also common to parts of Bavaria. Four hundred years ago, they were principally used for milk production. Since then they have evolved as a sound dual purpose animal with excellent meat production characteristics. From the time of their arrival in North America in 1972, they have been used almost exclusively as meat animals.

* Tenderness Breed

* Carcass Quality, Tenderness and Flavor

* Feed Efficiency

* Fertility

* Increased Wean Weights

* Disease Resistance

* Uniformity

* Docile Nature            

Pinzgauers can either be horned or polled. They have pigmented skin under a chestnut red coat, and white markings on the back, tail, and barrel. They adapt readily and easily to a variety of climates. Eye problems are rare. Smooth hair and firm, flexible skin prevents tick and other insect infestations. 

 Mature bulls average 2,000 pounds and up, while mature females weigh between 1,000 and 1,600 pounds. 

Udders are well formed and hold up well during lactation. It is not uncommon for a Pinzgauer cow to wean a 600+ pound calf. Pinzgauers also have the ability to re-breed while nursing a calf.