JCcattle said:
Ebenezer said:
I'd say he was postlegged from the pictures. I'd consider him for terminal use only.
Yeah. He looks like that in real life. Glad you mentioned it cuz I was wondering about his straight legs. That's not good for longevity?
Straight legs put a lot of pressure on the joints. Watch him walk from the side. The rear hoof should step in or very near the last print that the front hoof made. I do not think this bull can do that. You also see it in bulls that have been selected and skewed to appear longer bodied. Actually the skeleton is shifted and the joints are at different angles. You will see them track way off of normal and have more of a choppy walk. They and some other bulls will look like all movement comes from the hip for an awkward whole stiff leg swing type walk. Selection changes cattle with or without EPDs. An animal with proper stride and good hoof angles is the target especially for longevity.
Also, just a mention while rambling, the shoulders are straight. I'd expect some calving issues from him if he carries much birthweight.