Austin and Elvis were rescued from the heartbreaking fate that most bobby calves face: being “disposed” of.
Austin and Elvis were born into this world as the byproduct of their mother’s milk production – their life worth nothing more, a future uncertain.
Just like humans, female cows need to give birth to produce milk. As a result, each year in Australia, over 400,000 calves are born on dairy farms and are deemed as “waste” or “surplus”.
Male calves are often “disposed of” on the farm or sent on a truck to a slaughterhouse within the first few weeks of their life, as they offer little financial gain to a farmer, as they cannot be used for future breeding or milk production.
This is the heartbreaking reality faced by thousands of calves during calving season, day in and day out, on dairy farms across Australia.
Austin and Elvis destiny had different plans for them. Rescued by our team, they were no longer facing a grim reality.
Austin and Elvis are lucky to now be safe in short-term foster care. Thanks to the generosity of donors, two more precious lives have now been spared.
Now healthy and feeling cared for, Austin and Elvis are ready to find their forever home where they will be loved as companions, not commodities.
Keep reading to learn more about Austin and Elvis.
Meet Austin and Elvis, a perfect duo who have grown inseparable. They graze, nap, and explore side by side, blending beautifully with the older cows and bringing a calm, joyful energy to the herd. Their bond is pure and heart-warming, and they’re ready to bring double the love and double the personality to a forever home that can keep them together.
Austin is a gentle soul with a heart full of love. This sweet boy has blossomed into a calm and affectionate little boy who melts hearts wherever he goes. He loves his cuddles, enjoys soft pats, and quickly warms up once he feels your care. Austin has adapted beautifully to herd life and is often found side by side with his best mate, Elvis. He’s the definition of gentle and kind and the perfect addition to a loving forever home.
Elvis is the little voice of the paddock. Elvis can be a touch shy at first, but with patience and kindness, he soon shows his friendly, curious nature. He’s known for his adorable vocal personality (you’ll definitely know when he’s saying hello!) and his sweet bond with his brother, Austin. Elvis has found comfort and confidence in his herd and loves being part of the group. With his gentle energy and big heart, he’s ready to share his love with his forever family.
If you think that you could provide Austin and Elvis with a loving home, please click the ‘Apply to adopt‘ button below to contact us and start your adoption journey today.
By opening your home to Austin and Elvis, not only do you gain the joy of adding companions to your life, but your decision to adopt also has a life-changing impact on the lives of other calves. For every calf adopted, another can be rescued.
