Miniature Zebu are the smallest naturally occurring miniature cattle breed, standing just three and a half feet tall and dating back to 3000 BC. Originating from India, these hardy and disease-resistant cattle thrive in high temperatures and have a distinctive hump on their shoulders. They are social animals with a strong herd instinct and consume only about one-third of the food required by larger cattle, making them ideal for small farms. Miniature Zebu are excellent show animals for youngsters due to their manageable size. They produce up to a gallon of easily digestible milk daily and their beef, which has nearly half the cholesterol of standard beef, fits conveniently in a family freezer.