Adoption information
About Homer, Odi, Dusty, Charlie and Woody
Meet Homer, Odi, Dusty, Charlie & Woody. This gorgeous herd is looking for a forever home where they can continue living the safe, happy life they deserve.
These boys can be adopted in bonded pairs, a trio or as a mini herd.
Homer and Odi arrived together and were our first two steers. They are both 4-year-old desexed Jersey steers. These two must stay together.
A year later, Dusty and Charlie joined the family. They are both 3 years old, with Charlie being a desexed steer and Dusty a desexed Ayrshire steer. These two must stay together.
A couple of years later, Woody arrived after the family who had originally rescued him from slaughter realised he needed bovine companionship, as he had been living alone. Woody is now 5 years old and has thrived as part of the herd. Woody can be adopted with Dusty and Charlie, or Homer and Odi.
All five steers have been hand-raised and absolutely love human company. They are calm, gentle steers who enjoy being patted and spending quiet time with their people. It's not unusual to sit with them in the paddock while they peacefully relax in the sunshine.
They also have a playful side. They'll happily follow people around the property, often kicking up their heels and gallivanting alongside dog walks. They have never shown aggression.
Dusty, the Ayrshire, is the shyest of the group and takes a little longer to build trust, but once he does, he loves a gentle scratch on the head.
Woody is the biggest character. As the only steer without horns, he's the most playful and occasionally forgets just how big he is. His excitement is never aggressive - he simply skips around with enthusiasm. If he gets a little too excited, a clap of the hands or a gentle wave of a stick is all it takes for him to give you some space.
The boys have happily shared a paddock with two gelding horses for many years without any issues. They are also accustomed to dogs. If the dogs ignore them, the steers are completely uninterested. If a dog wants to play, the boys usually get the "zoomies" and run away rather than towards them.
These beautiful boys are absolute treasures and would make a wonderful addition to a home that can offer them plenty of space, companionship and a safe place to live out their lives together.
To express your interest in adopting, please submit an adoption inquiry.
🛻Transport: Professional transporter required. Costs for a paid transporter are TBD upon application approval.
Medical notes
No known pre-existing condition. In great health.
Vaccinated: December 2025 with 7-in-1
Drenching: Late April 2026 (Ausmectin). Due again November/ December 2026
Other: Swat Pour as required for Buffalo Flies
Current Diet:
Pasture and Rhodes grass are their main feed. (They happily eat meadow hay or "cattle only" rounds which are lesser quality). Attempts to introduce various snacks (different vege, cracked lupins and a few other bits and pieces), but they seem to be a picky bunch. Hay, grass and occasionally a few mango leaves appear to be their favourites.
NLIS tagged. Adoption donation applies.
Watch videos of Homer, Odi, Dusty, Charlie and Woody
Adoption details
Adoption application form must be completed.
Application is assessed by the adoptions team.
Further questions may be asked via written communications or a phone call.