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Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu

Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu

The Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu or Ethiopian Highland Zebu is an Ethiopian breed or group of breeds of zebuine cattle. It is not reported to DAD-IS as a breed. Breeds or strains of the Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu include: the Adwa the Ambo the Arsi or Arusi the Bale the Goffa or Goffa Dwarf the Guraghe the Hammer the Harar the Jem-Jem or Black Highland Cattle the Jijiga the Mursi the Ogaden Zebu or Lowland Zebu the Smada. Other breeds or types that may fall within this group include the Anniya, the Buche, the Dega, the Issa, the Jilbeguro, the Salea and the Sidamo.

Life Span 18-22 years
Weight 450-900 kg

What to Know Before Buying an Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu

Finding a responsible Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells cattles commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.

Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebu. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.

Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Abyssinian Shorthorned Zebus appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.

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