Mini Milkers - The Miniature Jersey Cow

We're pleased to present this documentary on "Mini Milkers - The Miniature Jersey"!
Thank you to Tim O'Donnell for sharing his knowledge and experience with all of us. And to the cows, for their participation.
Edited and produced by John and Anni Winings
The miniature Jersey cow is a smaller version of the famous Jersey cow that produces such rich, creamy milk. Their small size is a huge advantage for small land-owner who want to be able to pasture a cow of their own to produce milk for their families.
This video is fully captioned in English.

[@TheAuntieBa]

I grew up across the street from a family owned dairy farm. I’ve wanted a Jersey since I was a child and saw some at our huge state fair. I was looking for small acreage when my old friend showed up and we married. Within a year I was chronically ill. That was over thirty years ago, so no way to keep a cow. But I still love ‘em!

[@SuperZytoon]

Their beautiful faces melt my heart.

[@Pinkenstein]

What a lovely man! It's apparent that he loves those cows. They are adorable. If I'm ever in need of that quantity of milk, and have adequate land, I'm convinced that the darling mini Jersey is the best choice. I'm so glad I got to see this. Thank you!

[@ak8990]

He really does love his cows. It’s so nice to see.

[@janicebartmess9950]

I bought Guernsey cows (two) but I have to admit that the Jersey's have such cute faces and the mini Jerseys are just adorable. They are like little Munchkin cows from Lollipop Land!

[@woundeddove]

I am 60 years old, but wish you would have been my dad. Just love tiny dairy jersey cows.

[@barbarabrand190]

You are so well rounded and educated. Everytime i watch your vlogs, i learn so much. I grew up a city girl, started homesteading in my 30's. I have forgotten about ham salad, though i like a little onion in mine. My chikdren took a lot of egg salad sandwiches, and meatloaf sandwiches made with either ground beef or ground turkey. Later, i found i could make a ground pork meatloaf flavored with barbeque sauce. I have never made hot pockets, but I will now. My large family is grown and living their best lives, I run a small 3 acre homestead with my 43 year old autistic son. We have made a sweet life with intention and simplicity. As always, God is good!

[@uralbob1]

Thanks sincerely for this video. It took me back to the 1960s/70s when we had Shorthorn Cattle. Wish I could go back to that time in my life. We had only one cow to bloat. A friend of my dad's came and stuck her. She bounced right back and delivered a healthy calf a week or so later. It seemed like a miracle to me!

[@maryreynolds379]

I have been raising livestock all of my 62 years and for health reasons have had to convert to the mini breeds. This video has sold me on the Mini Jerseys. What a great job you have done on this informational video. Thank you so much for your efforts and God Bless.

[@HomesteadandGardens]

Thank you!

[@user-kr4ry5hn7l]

+Homestead and Gardens .10 cows first vaccinate them how much price

[@HomesteadandGardens]

Thanks! And you're welcome. :)

[@shoukathm5039]

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[@angeliamoore6973]

I love these little gentle souls called cows. I think that they have the cutest faces. So sweet! If I had land I would raise these little joys

[@nikiTricoteuse]

Mr O'Donnell respect sir. Love how you love and know all your ladies and their foibles and that they know and love you right back. Nothing for show for the video here, just the love and affection of a proper old school farmer for his livestock.

[@mariedelozier2530]

I would LOVE to have that last young cow you milked...the one who didn't want to leave the parlor and you'd had enough of! I loved her temperament..and she had the best udder attachment and good sized uniform teats...a beautiful young cow!! I can just imagine makin'a complete pet-cow outta her...brushin' and treats..sleepin'next to her warm,rumbly side lyin' in the pasture listenin' to the mockingbirds and mountain-finches....

[@mefford67]

Marie DeLozier The *ONLY* person that made sleeping with a cow sounds awesome...🤷🏻‍♀️

[@ransackgirl9483]

I can't wait to have my own cattle. It's just a matter of time! I work on an educational farm right now (about 80k school children come to learn, every year) and we have one Jersey but these miniatures are just too perfect! Great job on their breed standard, they look fantastic!

[@fifthavenuegirl]

I love this. This is how farmers should be - love their animals. Look at those beautiful eyes.

[@Tia-gy1ij]

look how clean and green those pastures are *o*

[@sallyjowoods2428]

Thank u.i love it.i grew up on a diary farm in lower Michigan.my grandfather loved his Jerseys.we road them played ball with em.they were our pets an provided us with milk.i now no why they were groomed everyday.

[@territn8871]

You have the sweetest little Jersey's! I loved watching the calves drink their bottles😊! I think you've got them spoiled rotten too! ❤

[@janicebartmess9950]

I am on the verge of being a dairy cow owner. I've milked goats by hand, but never had any experience with a milking machine and never owned a cow. After watching this video, I feel as if I am ready to slide right into it. This is one of the best instructional videos I have seen, aside from being a good vid for owners / would be owners of the mini Jersey.. This is a great video for anyone considering to own a dairy cow. Thanks!

[@monstaro19]

Go for it

[@mintamoreno9915]

Io

[@diane9247]

I loved this! Informative and also nice to see how much he cares about his "ladies." 🐮

[@dsturo]

Your jersey cow looks so gentle. Thanks for all the info. Debra in Ohio

[@lilolmecj]

This was very interesting, they are adorable. My parents have full size Jerseys but there is no way I could have one, I don’t have the space. I am glad he has such passion for this breed.

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

I've seen my grandfather and uncle milk the cow on one side and the calf was feeding on the other side and everyone was happy.

[@elhombredeoro955]

Cynthia Weathers I milk my in buffaloes in the same way when they are few days old. But when buffalo get bigger they squeeze out milk much faster than I can, so I let them drink after milking. However I have bottle-fed orphan buffalo calves and calves rejected by their mothers but I don't need to massage them as buffaloes don't lick or massage their babies during breastfeeding.

[@karenaguilar1439]

Cynthia Weathers that's how they do it on my Godmother's farm. I think all dairies should be like that.

[@jacobmooney9690]

coleen mitchell my great aunt has a farm and she sometimes has to but she ties them up beside their mothers sometimes not all farms are like that just want to put my word out there.

[@rinkushukla3299]

@@elhombredeoro955 i would appreciate watching such videos for info

[@ligaskirbauska8652]

There is many reasons people who have more than one cow don’t do that.Firs,hygiene standards,we don’t want saliva,dust,dirt,hair get in milk.we want to control how much each baby gets,doing like you’re dad and uncle did,don’t guarantee how much baby gets,probably human or machine milks faster than baby drinks and baby won’t get enought and then you can end with malnourished baby...also when it’s not just own homestead and one cow,you need to make profits,to buy hay,food,minerals,pay vets and generally take best care of them.if you won’t make profits cows will end suffering the first.if we won’t do what we do,breed won’t be needed and will perish.so farmers do what they do with best intentions.Nothing worst than seeing animal suffer and not knowing,not beeing able to help,not having enought money for vets and treatments.Take it from me who grew up with hundreds of cows and spent whole childhood feeding baby cows with bottles while having other hand suckled up till elbow buy other baby 😂 Cows are intelligent,gentle,loving animals,no normal person wanna harm them,especially farmer for who these cows are literally way of life and feeders. But as I sed it’s not realistic to keep babies with mums if you have more than one cow.You literally can’t sell milk if it has bacteria from babies saliva.If you have one in own homestead for own use,it’s own decision how and what to do..on other side,as with humans,cows also not all have same amount of milk,quality babies can be weaker drink less and if you don’t milk,cow won’t produce as much milk,and then baby can perish..so yeah,there are more reasons than one to milk and give baby controlled quantity of milk even if you have just one cow.

[@wendyc.5769]

Everything about this documentary is precious!!! You’re such a good moomy 😇

[@glenkelley6048]

What a fine presentation this is. Thank You very much SIR, you are very, very knowledgeable on the subject. The vid is a real pleasure to watch.

[@anonymous-zn5em]

You have a wonderful understanding of the needs of your animals and take fantastic care of them. They are very lucky and I can see that you genuinely adore them, it's not just a task for you.

[@anonymous-zn5em]

I left out what a fantastic steward of your land that you are. Thanks so much for the video.

[@shirleydrake1602]

I have always been in love with Jersey cows. They are so pretty. I would love to have a few of these little ones!

[@FarmerC.J.]

Your cows are beautiful! I’ve got a breeding pair of registered miniature Jerseys and a standard Jersey! Love them all and the milk is decadent!

[@kathleenperdue9753]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful video, I've always wondered about this breef. Bless this gentleman for keeping this breed going, they're delightful.😍

[@thelittlespoons9491]

I LOVE 💗 Jersey cows! I had no idea they had produced mini jersey cows!!! I’m 😍 all over again! Such sweet personalities on the bigger gals, and I’ll bet the lil gals are just as sweet!

[@salembeeman370]

Awesome documentary. Thank you for taking the time for making this. This is exactly how I want my next stage of life to go. From Chickens and pigs to lessor Jersey's. Thank you for sharing you life with us.

[@gentelbenn62]

Excellent Tube! Some full sized cows can be nasty, but your stock are almost pets.

[@mariedelozier2530]

I love cows!! My aunt had a milking dairy but Belle was the house-cow and was gentle and easy to hand-milk, even by a little niece.. She gave the richest milk you ever saw and the summer-butter Grandma churned was better than any I've ever tasted. Belle was a Jersey. The rest were breachy old Holsteins. I have Grandma's old churn and three acres and a dream of a having a milk-cow someday..

[@nathanielcohen9890]

you won't regret it.

[@mckinleybishop5515]

Loved them, grew up on a farm seventy years ago!

[@franciestokes3195]

They are amazing animals hello from Ireland 👍🇮🇪☘️

[@carolarehart1234]

What a wonderful learning tool you've created for us. Thank you. You really show the ins and outs of all aspects of raising milk cows. My dad said they always had a jersey when he lived on the farm because they have the best milk.

[@lindamclean8809]

Wonderful video...... I love your setup and the way you do things...those cows seem to be healthy and content.👍👍

[@luanahaigood278]

Thank you so much for this video. I love how you care for the cows. Wish I was near to learn from you

[@CelticDruidess1]

I'm in love; those mini Jerseys are awesome!

[@DarcieGlam]

This guy is amazing. The cows are so cute and are great for a small homestead.

[@doloresdavis2411]

what sweet ladies you have. You make a great daddy to them. They love you very much. Nice to see such happy ladies. They are beautiful.

[@jeepgirl9592]

This guy really loves his cows! Hes very passionate about the whole operation. 🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮

[@timmmmmmmmmmy1]

The conformation and eye appeal on that herd is awesome. Something to be mighty mighty proud of.

[@patriciasmith6894]

Oh they are so sweet, love there faces, now I'm in love with them baby cows.

[@vladogergurec1873]

I love this cows...pozz from croatia.

[@judyburkhart7993]

This is one good man. He certainly cares about his babies!

[@cbev2452]

Awwwwe...baby calf zoomies are the best!! They are adorable!!

[@gravewalker1632]

Tim O'Donnell : Excellent production with non stop information. Great job to all. QUESTION: I noticed that lush grass. What is the seed mix and best way to start a great pasture? Thanks guys....

[@faithrada]

What wonderful dedication you Have! Much appreciated.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

They are so beautiful!

[@AMonikaD]

Fabulous Expo on the breeder, breed and the farm!!! Thank you for creating and posting. I have a feeling I will contact this farm and set up to become a breeder myself, God willing!!!!

[@Blackbriars-Shadow]

My choice of dairy cow for over 30yrs. Looking fwd to finally be able to own one.

[@jeanettewaverly2590]

They're adorable! I have a 1 1/2 acre ranchette, and I've been considering getting a miniature cow. I'm so glad I found this video.

[@lintonpair]

Hope you have another animal such as sheep or a goat. These are still cows and they need company

[@HomesteadandGardens]

:)

[@chloeprint-lambert4750]

Definitely check out the KZbin channel ‘Homesteady’ they have documented their whole journey of purchasing their mini cow and how they care for her as well as breeding and birthing for the first time- brilliant couple and it gives fantastic insight!

[@HomesteadOdyssey]

We have an acre and a half too and really want one. We have goats but would love a mini cow

[@justwinks1553]

Ranchette. That made my day

[@Johnboy33545]

I now need mini Jerseys in my life. Thank you for your work.

[@ldg2655]

VERY INFORMATIVE!!! I just happened to stumble on this video.. we are planning to start a homestead soon and i have been researching dairy cows... i had thought about Dexters but really like these miniature jerseys... this was a great video, which answered many of my questions...

[@joanrath126]

Im an old farm girl.i love to see a cow owner take great care of thier stock.

[@peterw7951]

This is FANTASTIC!!

[@theprimroseboutique]

I loved this video! You come across as a very caring and conscientious man who really cares for his animals.

[@timothydavid56]

Thank You~!

[@wendyw8931]

Norman, from "City Slickers", was a Jersey. The cutest calf ever!

[@luanahaigood278]

Love your video I considering getting a miniature jersey. Your video helped a lot and I love how you care for them. Wish I could be there to help and learn from you. Thank you for doing this video.🥰

[@donnablackburn1076]

I love those little min Jerseys, thank you for sharing

[@LisaPelletier]

These little cows are so so darn cute.

[@freedomfreedom6306]

They are beautiful and smart animals.When I see a cow or horse want to hug them.kiss their nose

[@BeingMe23]

Excellent production for Jersey cows ☆☆☆☆☆

[@FaithAboundsatMelodyAcres]

excellant video! Love his dedication to the cows.

[@NorthtoHopeDesert_Hues]

Excellent! Well Done!!!

[@HomesteadandGardens]

Thank you. :)

[@terricotter6545]

great details, thank you

[@gladysgabriel3954]

Realy injoyed your video . When I was young my uncle had dairy cows I wish I had , had more intetested in them. THANKS Gladys

[@md288888]

That was a great video; informative, well edited and not too much fluff. Calves are always fun too

[@ligaskirbauska8652]

I just couple days ago discovered Jersey cow it self.totally fell in love with those gorgeous 👽 eyes..with this documentary discovered miniature jersey cow,they gorgeous! For our tiny family one of these would be more than enough to get own milk,cream,butter,ice cream,yogurt,cheese....Now I wanna get one or couple(so they not borred and lonely)of these one day..Gorgeous mini cows!Absolutley stunning ladies! And those babies aré cutest baby cows I’ve ever seen! 😻💝😻💝😻💝😻💝😻💝😻💝😻

[@leez2834]

This is a great video. Thanks for showing.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

I love this guys honesty. It is an extremely similar situation to the dog world. People start breeding a specific breed or type just to make money. They may not have the money or the access to a genuine "Miniature Jersey" so they cross the cow with something as close as possible to the mini Jersey and advertise it as a "Miniature Jersey" and charge top dollar. It is just so disgusting. If the original cows didn't have horns and were a certain size and certain color then that should be the standard. Money, money, money..........it really is the root of (almost) all evil. These are beautiful animals and they really serve a great purpose, especially with more and more people operating micro or mini farms. If I were ever going to own a cow, this would be the breed. I enjoy animals that not only give something back, like milk, cheese, eggs, etc. but I love having an animal that is a pet or even like a family member. Animals and humans seem to do better when there is that relationship with mutual respect and admiration for each other.

[@bev1603]

My grandmother had a rather small jersey, small utter and teats. She probably wasn't a mini, but a hundred years ago? Who knows. When her sons tried to milk her they would get seriously kicked but if granna or her daughters did, the cow was an angel.

[@cet765]

Thank you for sharing. Your cattle are cute.

[@donnaDinMiss]

Thank you for this . I wanted a miniature. Now I would fine with a mid

[@BeingMe23]

Some people may thing what a hassle too much to deal with.. 😣 But all this responsibility can be very rewarding and sense of accomplishment... 😊😁😘🐄

[@soisitimpossible]

Jersey are the best milk cows in my opinion! Sure Holstein are the A typical milk cow but the temperament of a jersey is impressive. Their milk production is surprising. One cow can feed a family. If you have a cow and a dozen chickens you can live a long time. You have eggs, milk, cheese and butter. That's enough to live if one has a fine garden!! I had to edit....why do you think a homestead family had a milk cow and chickens! Chickens for meat can make all the meat a small family needs. But milk and butter keeps people alive in the lean months.

[@KCandFriendsUSA]

The homestead would need a bull to breed the cow, and a rooster to hatch the eggs

[@Steve-ps6qw]

Truly awesome video! learned so much. I like how MR O'Donnell runs his shop....I want to follow his philosophy when we get started. Thanks!

[@pierrebrumaire3873]

great information i want to go that way in the future i am in canada and i aspire to have one mini jersey for my family i will contact you when i am ready thanks for your video and may God give you strength to do your farming God bless

[@mattieott797]

I have never seen a miniature Jersey. They are absolutely beautiful. I have always loved the Jersey, but these mini cows are sometimes else . I truly wish i was young enough to have a herd of them . Your herd is wonderful . I like the way you treat your "fur babies " as we call our animals. I have subscribed to your channel and i am looking forward to seeing more of the beautiful little Jerseys. I don't know where you live , but blessings from Indiana.

[@jeanburgin160]

Most interesting history and learning about your Mini Jersey Cows. So beautiful ...

[@sabrinacle]

This documentary should be required viewing for all 4-ers

[@sabrinacle]

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[@janettavculek9308]

You have a beautiful thing going there. I love jerseys had them when I was young. Yours are spoiled and love to see happy animals.

[@suzannebenz8928]

These cows are so pretty!

[@simjamblerussell6609]

Great video. Very educational.

[@barbararickman8543]

I want my own milk cow! I have to talk to my mayor! One small milk cow like this simply CAN'T be illegal!

[@PixiePop1703]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for making it!

[@HomesteadandGardens]

You're welcome. I'm glad it was useful to you!

[@lolitabonita08]

very good informative video thank you!!

[@eilathar-hermon1780]

i wish all the cowman love ther cow like this man

[@kateryan190]

Wonderful video! If I could have a few cows this is the breed I’d have! Beautiful little girls❣️

[@monstaro19]

These will be great for small farms. And I know some veterans who would like to have these cows

[@delafe]

When I finally buy my homestead I will be going with a mini Jersey!

[@JohnsonFamilyFarmstead]

So cute! I love these cows 🐮

[@FlowingDepths]

Great information, thanks for sharing! hopefully more "mini" variations of livestock crop up that are more ideal for family farms.

[@Dobiefly]

I love listening to this guy talk

[@larrymoore6640]

Real good video. Thank you for sharing your life experience with your cows.

[@denisepacetti4559]

What a lovely video and lesson for anyone wanting to own these adorable cows! I love the way you actually consider their feelings and needs, you're gentle and loving with them and totally value them as individuals. I've always wanted my own Jersey milk cow but was always intimidated by their size. These smaller mamas are so much more "doable". Thank you for sharing your girls and this important information.

[@gonicjon]

great info

[@marytapioca]

Very informative, and makes me appreciate my milk! I love his lil' kitchen area.

[@brechtvandoorn5315]

This is atleast a farmer who love's and respect his cows not like in the dairy industry where cows are just milking machines

[@furmawnawan1286]

Excellent job friend best video I have ever had seen. I am a former farmer and love cows,goats and sheep Great job keep it up

[@lekkki1]

This guy is proof that if you are very honest and dedicated to an excellent blood/breed line, it takes a lot longer to be successful. I would love to buy cows from him. Where would I find information about how much these girls produce? Cowports cracked me up.

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[@suzangetselman8584]

Thank You very good info. I do not have a farm. Thank You!!! LOVE WHOLE RAW WARM MILK!!!!!