Also Known As ‘Belties’
Belties are an easily recognisable breed originating from the rolling hills of Dumfries and Galloway in South West Scotland. The Belted Galloway is a long haired beast with a soft undercoat suited to the cold, wet climate of their native lands.
Mature cows weigh in at 525 - 625kgs
Mature bulls weigh in at 775 – 900kgs
The Belted Galloway Cattle Society was formed in 1921.
| Origin: | Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland |
| Class: | Polled, Beef |
| Colour: | Black with a brownish tinge, dun or red with a white belt totally encircling the middle of the body. |
| Parentage: | Unknown |
| Breed Club: | |
The Belted Galloway Cattle Society | |
