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Welcome to the Herd, Sugar

Early Monday morning, Indy welcomed a beautiful silver Highland heifer to the herd. Meet Sugar.

Early Monday morning, Indy welcomed a beautiful silver Highland heifer to the herd. Meet Sugar.

Early Monday morning, we welcomed a new little heifer to Bloom & Brisket. Her name is Sugar, and she is a beautiful silver Highland calf.

Indy went into labor around midnight. The quiet hours that followed were full of anticipation, and then at 2:46 a.m., Indy delivered Sugar unassisted. I was there to catch her, which was an amazing experience — and a first for me.

Newborn silver Highland heifer Sugar shortly after birth

Sugar was up and walking within an hour. Within 90 minutes of being born, she was nursing. Watching those first steps and seeing Indy settle into being a mama has been one of those moments that reminds us why we do this.

Indy standing beside her newborn silver Highland heifer, Sugar

Indy and Sugar are both doing great. For now, we are keeping them in a stall so we can keep a close eye on them while they settle in together.

Sugar resting in the hay with Indy nearby

We are so thankful for a healthy delivery and a strong little calf. Welcome to the herd, Sugar — we are already very glad you are here.

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