Brown and white cow stretching against a fence in a dry pasture with other cattle and farm buildings visible in the background

Tatum, Texas

Real ranch animals, raised by hand.

Skyline Ranch is a family operation in East Texas breeding Highland cows, Texas Longhorns, Shetland ponies and mini donkeys. Calm, healthy animals — and a family who knows each one by name.

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Family-run · Every animal handled daily · No pressure, just questions welcome

What we raise

Four breeds. One family doing it right.

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Highland Cows

Shaggy, long-lived and gentle — the showpiece of the pasture.

Brown and white cow stretching against a fence in a dry pasture with other cattle in the background

Texas Longhorns

Iconic horns, hardy in Texas heat, raised on open grass.

Horses, donkeys and cattle together on the farm

Shetland Ponies

Small, sturdy and sweet — handled daily with kids in mind.

Mini Donkeys

Curious, calm companions that settle in fast with family life.

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Family-run,
every day

Why families choose us

Animals that have been handled — not just fed.

We don't run a big commercial operation. We walk the pasture every morning, know every animal's temperament, and won't sell you a heifer or a pony we wouldn't keep ourselves.

Handled from day one
Ponies and donkeys that are used to people, stand calmly and lead with a halter.
Honest answers about temperament
We tell you which animals are best for kids, for a first herd, or for a larger property.
Local to East Texas
Right here in Tatum — you can come meet your animal before you decide.

Meet the family behind the ranch

Life on the ranch