Black Pied dairy cattle
The German Black Pied Dairy (German: Schwarzbuntes Milchrind (SMR)) was a dairy cattle breed of the former GDR, created through combination breeding. In 1963, Georg Schönmuth suggested that Jersey bulls from Denmark be crossed with German Black Pied cows. The descendants of this crossing were to be crossed with Holsteins. The goal of this three-breed cross was to create a cattle breed with high milk production, high milk fat content, and also sufficient beef performance. With respect to the economic conditions in the former GDR, the breed SMR was very useful. both in milk production and in fecundity performances This breeding was continued as an "interse breeding" until 1990. After German reunification the German Black Pied Dairy cattle were displaced by German Holstein cattle.
| Life Span | 18-22 years |
| Weight | 450-900 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Black Pied dairy cattle
Finding a responsible Black Pied dairy cattle 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 Black Pied dairy cattle. 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 Black Pied dairy cattles 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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