Raising Water Buffalo In The Us

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Raising Water Buffalo In The Us

Water buffalo are like cattle in many ways. They have a gentle nature and are easily handled. But there are also many differences. These differences should be understood by anyone interested in raising water buffalo.

If you're considering raising water buffalo, know that they are very healthy animals and do not require much in the way of veterinary care. This is good because most vets are unfamiliar with them. You can usually handle most problems yourself or with the aid of your local extension agent.

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Because they do not require much medical care the best way to raise a healthy herd is to start with healthy stock. There are several herds in the US that can provide quality breeding stock. (See Links Below)

One of the most important things that you can do as a water buffalo owner is to keep accurate records of your herd. When you buy new stock get copies of all registration papers and pedigree information, keep any health records including vaccination and deworming dates, calving dates, births, stillbirths, deaths and causes, etc.. Any and all information about your herd will help you to learn from your experiences with each individual animal. 

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Raising water buffalo in the US is a challenge. While there are several small water buffalo dairies in the US, even fewer of them make cheese. The common origin for the animals is Italy, and most of these animals are selected for milk production first and foremost. This means that they tend to be smaller and more docile than their cousins in Asia, who are used for ploughing and labor.