
Scottie Highland Cow 10"
Scottie is an endearing young Highland Cow stuffed animal whose breed has a long and fascinating history. Brought to the rugged land of Scotland in the Bronze Age, this charismatic variety of cattle developed their famously shaggy coats to keep warm in the strong winds of the Highlands. Tangly tufts of reddish hair on Scottie’s head and tail accent his appearance and lend him a lifelike look, brimming with charm and personality. Soft, cloven hooves and large, sweet eyes complete his heartwarming design. Crafted with a floppy body style and luxurious plush fabrics, our charming rendition of this beloved Scottish breed is a worthy addition to our cuddly Soft plush collection!
Fun Facts About Highland Cows!
- Their fluffy long hair helps them survive in tough environments. These beautiful long-haired cows are popular due to their cute appearance. With long, shaggy hair and curving horns, they look like something out of a cartoon. However, it’s more than just looks with these delightful creatures. The fluffy thick undercoats help them survive the tough Scottish winters, and the longer hair helps keep the rain and snow off. Their enviable long eyelashes protect their beautiful eyes from the hail, rain, wind and insects. And finally, those rather intimidating horns are used to rake the ground to find food in the snow.
- They're eco-friendly! The average Highland cow weighs around 500 kg, compared to a standard cow which weighs around 700 kg. This means the Highland cows tread lightly, without destroying the ground for other wildlife species and plants. They are perfect for conservation grazing because they use their tongues to pull the grass so the vegetation is not left too short, and their dung fertilises the ground. Finally, they become pollinators when wildflower seeds that stick to their long fur are dropped off in other places.
- They're the oldest cattle breed in the world. The first mention of the Highland cow was in the 6th century. However, the Highland Cattle Society was formed in 1884, and the first herd wasn’t officially recorded until a year after that. They originated in the Scottish Highlands and on the Western Isles of Scotland. But, they can now be found all over the world in destinations like Australia, Canada, the U.S. and Europe.