Frequent Beltie Cow Questions:
Can I bring my family to Fearrington just to see the cows?
By all means - stop by for a few photos with our adorable bovine, but we know once you are here you'll find you just have to stay longer! Don't forget to look for our Belted Tennessee Fainting Goats and Donkeys while you are here.

Will I find "Belted Galloway" on your menus?
Not at all!  The Belties are beef cattle but the members of our herd are pets strictly for your enjoyment.  

Do the cows get too hot out in the sun?
No - The hardy Belted Galloways' double coat of hair provides protection against the elements.  (We also provide cow showers for our 5 star bovine).

Who takes care of the Fearrington Belties?
Farm Managers Robert Flynn and Bob Strowd take great pride in caring for our prized herd.  They are our pets and receive the utmost care.

Do Fearrington Belties ever make special appearances?
Absolutely - you will see our Belties strut their stuff every October during the North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh.

Are any of the Belties prizewinners?
Yes, the Fearrington Herd has a few very special prizewinners including Venus, our Reserve Grand Champion Heifer!

Where are the Belties from originally?
The Belted Galloway's first recorded history indicates that they developed during the 16th Century in the former Galloway district of Scotland, a rugged and hilly seacoast region where hardiness was necessary for survival.

When were the Belties introduced to Fearrington?
A herd of 5 Belted Galloways were introduced to Fearrington in 1981.  The pastures are now home to a herd of 35 belties.

Are the stripes painted on the Belties?
Yes, we are asked this question (frequently), but no, they are actually born with their belts.