What is the average weight of SHCs?
Much like the Highland cattle in ancient Scotland, Canadian Highlands are raised in vastly different environmental conditions. The wide range seen in the size of cattle within the breed is due mainly to this effect. The following average weights are for cattle that have not had their growth affected by severe climate or restricted diet: Mature bulls weigh 1,800 pounds (800 kilograms) in breeding condition. Mature cows weigh 1,100 pounds (500 kilograms) in breeding condition. Steers will finish at about 1,000 (450 kilograms). This weight can be attained with heavy feeding as a long yearling but most breeders prefer to grow their steers on pasture and finish them at two years.
