What shall I name my new Hereford cattle? Vote today!

My friends and neighbors, Judy and Michael Steinhardt, keep quite a menagerie of animals on their property.  They asked me recently, if I would be interested in taking in their rather adorable pair of miniature Herefords for the summer.  Since they eat grass, which I happen to have an abundance of, I decided to give 'cow-sitting' a try. You may be wondering what exactly is a miniature Hereford?  Well, they look just like a regular sized Hereford, but about half as big.  This small-sized bovine is a rather rare breed.  The general thinking about most cattle is that bigger is best.  However, because of their smaller size, miniature Herefords are much easier to care for than larger cattle.  They require less living space and consume far less food. And, like my miniature donkeys, these 'mini cows' make great backyard pets.  This pair is about 5 years old and we’re all hoping for a little calf one of these days.  Now we just have to come up with appropriate names for the cute couple.  What do you think of these choices? By the way,  Lily and Carlos both work for me at my house in Bedford. Jen and Ben are a famous Hollywood couple (they named their dog after me!)

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Here I am peeking at the new delivery.

Jason, the Steinhardt's property manager, is observing how the cows are doing.

Look how cute and hesitant they are!

Rufus, Clive, and Billie are coming to greet their new paddock friends.

Here are the miniature Herefords - I hope they feel at home in their new field.

Comments

[Patia]

Not much meat on those little guys (heh heh), but they're cute.

[Toinette Culp]

How about Dairy and Heir

[Krisitn]

They look like they might be Jasper and Lilah.

[Ben Bilter]

Love the cows and your donkeys they are so cute. I suggest the new names Verena and Ben for the cows. I would also love to see some pictures of your chickens you so frenquently mention on the show. Thanks.

[Andrea and the Weimaraners]

Good Morning!

I think for the horns they don, your pair could be Hillary and Barack.

I have a series of animal photos coming to you through Mslletters starting on Mother's Day. Though each of these 'field animals' is named, they tell me they'd like middle initials so when they meet Martha someday, they can present her with a cheer.

Butterfly M.
Shakespeare A.
Jericho R.
Spencer T.
Noah H.
Moses A.

Enjoy the flowers.
Andrea and the Weims

[Nan Ashby]

Dear Martha, did you know that the breed of Herefords originated in Herefordshire, England? I know this because my Mother's maiden name was Hereford. We have cousins from Herefordshire that visit us here in the States and many of my relatives visit there. Anyway anything with the white faced Hereford cows has always been of interest to me. Maybe you could name them Sam and Nancy after my parents.

[Evelyn Ackbarali]

The are so cute. I would name them Winston and Tiffany or Jules and Mimi.

[bee]

hi,i'm fm thailand and love to see your tv.programme fm cable tv. i think you have such lovely pets (but i am afraid of your dogs). Napoleon and Josephine is the suitable name for your cows. i imagined them when they heard of their name!!!! so great!!!! ha ha.

[Rachel]

LOL - love the "Sir Loin and Mdm. Bovine"! I, too, named one of my dogs a formal name: Mr. Charles Pugglesworth - Charlie for short (although, I still call him Mr. Pugglesworth) and I always think that gives the animal a bit more character :)

[Pam from California]

Jen named her DOG Martha after you not her cat but maybe I am losing my mind lol!

I say call them Bedford and Lily

Lily for lily pond house and Bedford for C. Farms.

Bedford and Canitoe(sp)

Stewart and Lily.

or better yet Marti/marty and Stewart

Hank & Hazel

Mortimer & Maggie

Pam from California

[Sarah L]

Jen named her dog, not a cat, Martha Stewart. My family has raised Herefords for decades and I have never heard of a miniature Hereford. To my eye, your new charges are champion quality, if only they could be a little taller. Surely, they are not bred for beef? As far as names go, since they are an English breed, I prefer the anglophile names. How about Penelope and Worcestershire?

[liisamarja]

wau, i've always wanted to have a cow for a pet! and a calf, even better.

did you know that if you bake the milk from a cow that just had a calf you get a wonderful cheesecaketype dessert? if you have the heart, that is, to rob from the calf...

3 cups of fresh babymilk
1 tsp sugar
salt to taste
bake in 212F in a 8"x8" buttered form
approx 30-45 mins until slightly browned
enjoy warm or cold with either sugar, cinnamon and regular milk or jam or fresh fruits

[Jane]

Jimmy Stewart and Maureen O'Hara starred in the 1966 movie "The Rare Breed" which was about introducing Herefords to the US.

I think Jimmy and Maureen would make great names.

[Pam From California]

Dallas & Daisy
better yet-Charles and Martha(just kidding)
Charles & Camilla

[clarizsa]

those are the cutest cows i've ever seen....

[Kat]

How about Pic and Nic, you know two together make a picnic.

[Karen]

I think Charles and Camilla - they would enjoy knowing that these beautiful and happy animals are named in honor of them.

[Sharon from Penn Yan]

They are adorable! We live in Finger Lakes Region of New York and there are a lot of cows on the farms around us and my 6 year old daughter always talks about having one. While I don't think that will happen anytime soon, we do enjoy watching the cows in the field across the road from our home. So here are some names for your consideration, Luke and Laura, Sampson and Delilah, Comet and Starr, Bently and Mercedes or how about Hershey and Snickers and then their calf can be little Baby Ruth!

[suze way]

Love them! They are wonderful, can't wait to hear how what your "girls" think of them. Martha, be careful of those horns!

[Deb]

I love another commenter's choice of Bedford and Lily - very appropriate!

By the way, I only recently found your blog and am loving it!

[Kathy]

Hi, Martha,
The miniature Herefords are cute. I enjoyed seeing Rufus, Clive, and Billie checking them out in their new field. My aunt and uncle used to have miniature Herefords on their farm. Thanks for letting us peek at your new additions, too. Enjoy cattle-sitting!
Kathy

[cookiejar]

Sir. Loin and Madame Bovine!! Now that's funny. I like Dandy and Clover the best, it sounds to me like a pair of names for a couple of happy bovine folks enjoying a sunny spring paddock. Good luck with your decision!
Warm regards,

[Meg]

My 4 year old son thinks they should be named Izzy and Bella! I agree!!

[Trish]

Instead of Hillary and Barack, how about Hill and Bill. They are as cute as your donkeys and I bet you'll have a hard time giving them up when the summer is over. Will you be getting a little calf later on? Trish

[Sonja Nelson]

Oh my heavens, they are so dang cute!

[Valerie]

Dandy for the male, Clover for the female.

They are very cute!

[Roz]

How about naming them
"Milk and Cookies?"

[Eric]

How about Winkin, Blinkin and a little one could be Nod?

[Christine Connallon]

How about Peanut Butter and Jelly?

[so NOT cool]

I simply love all creatures bovine. Beautiful, beautiful.

My dream is to have some Scottish Highland cattle roaming around the property. They thrive here in Wisconsin.

[Andrew Ritchie]

I like Brigitte and Balthazar.

How about Zoe and Zaphod?

-Andrew

[carson]

My herd is all named after country singers with instantly recognizable first names (Hank, Sr. and Lyle, the horses; George and Alan, the burros; Waylon and Willie, the goats; and Wynonna...the pig) and I've always wanted a male/female couple so I could use Johnny and June. Alas, that has not happened, so I would be pleased to loan you "Johnny and June" for your delightful little cows.

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[Lori Stewart]

They are so precious! They will have a wonderful life with lots of friends (human and furry) and good food to eat.

[Debby]

Very cute! It looks like they love the pasture. Here are some quick ideas:
zeus and hera
cinnamon and nutmeg
biscuit and cream

[Julie Phillips]

They are so cute! I have always liked the names Benny and June. Good luck!

Hugs
Julie

[Montsie Monts]

I think some other choices might be:

Disco and Dandy
Petey and Petunia
Little Abner and Daisy Mae

[Linda Boullard]

Since I am a "born and raised" Texan and since cattle are a big part of Texas heritage, I think you should name them Lady Bird and Lyndon (after two of our most famous Texans).

[Susan Stewart]

I love the names of Jimmy and Maureen from the movie Rare breed.

It would be great to see a picture of you standing by the cows so we could get a better idea of their size.

[Sherey]

Ahh...they ae so cute! What a great Summer they will have with you, Martha.

[Jen]

Hermione and Winston. Very handsome English names for two of a very handsome English breed. Enjoy them! I hope to hear of them again as all I can do in the city is cow-sit vicariously through you!

[Wendy Harrison]

Hi Martha-
Love the little cows! I would like to see you name them William & Mary for three reasons. First, the breed orginated in England and so did our very historic College of William & Mary. Second, the first breeding herd in America was established in 1840 by "William" H. Sotham and Erastus Corning of Albany, New York. Last, the mini Herefords are known for their excellent maternal ways and Mary, is the mother of God. Good luck Martha! The little cows look very happy in your beautiful pasture!!

[Sally in Oregon]

They're charming! Your family of critters is delightful Martha ~ it's always a joy hearing about them.

[Joanna]

ted and silvia, a little dark.. but I think Alexis would like it too. :)

[MICHELE STEWART]

HOW ABOUT " PORKEY AND PETUNIA "...
THEY ARE CUTE AND, I THINK THEY GO WELL WITH THOSE CUTE DONKEYS.
LOOKS LIKE YOU ARE STARTING A MINI FARM.

[Tracey]

Bea and Harry Hereford

[Robin Ball]

I really love the June and Johnny idea, skip the political names, there could be regrets on either side. ;) Love to see the donks! Martha your pasture is beautiful, more pasture photos.

[Jennifer]

I like the names
Charles & Camilla

[Pam]

They are adorable. I would name them Jack and Betsy. I had a Jersey cow named Betsy when I was a little girl and I loved her.
Enjoy your new babies.
Pam

[Brenda Bloomfield]

They are just the cutest bovines I have ever seen.
You could name them after two of your biggest fans - Holt and Bloom (aka Terry and Brenda).
We love you Martha and are available for cow-sitting anytime!

[Debra Bragg]

Hi Martha!

My mother in law had two pigs too many as the mother didn't have enough tits, so she took them inside and raised them. They apparently are quite clean animals. This was when my now husband was growing up and became involved in FFA and they entered animals into the fair. Anyway, there names were Peter and Patty. Cute- eh? By the way I am making your recipe for Lemon loaves today. Thanks, Debbie

[JillD]

Since everyone associates herefords with texas what about Miss Ellie and JR or Sue Ellen & JR?

[Jackie]

Like others who have commented, I have been enjoying your blog for several months now, with some of my favorite posts being about your animals. I hope Clive, Rufus and Billy enjoy frolicking with their new friends.

As for names for the new ones, I like Clancy and Clara.

[joan vogt]

Hi Martha,

I vote for Hiliary and Bill!

[Allyson]

I think Noble and Sebastian would be cute names for such sweet little herefords I must say!!

[Jan Erickson]

Hi Martha, What precious additions to your menagerie! These beautiful herefords certainly fit right in with your precious minature donkeys. What do Francesca and Sharkey think of the new additions? I'll bet Sharkey can hardly wait to get in there and practice her hearding skills! Good luck with your new babies. Thanks so much for sharing. Jan

[Mary]

If you are looking for British names, how about Simon and Claire? That is what I named my two Siamese cats, as I wanted them to have "proper" British names. My husband is from England so now I am the only one in the house that does not have a British name.

[Lisa Wiley]

Well... I think the "Sir Loin" implies that he will one day be (shhhhhh...) eaten, so that is not a good choice in my book.
Jen did name her dog --not cat--Martha and I did vote for Jen and Ben because they are such a cute couple and it would be a nice way to honor them, much like you honored Kevin Sharkey with Francesca's friend. I know they are friends and (I bet) would not be offended at all to have such cute bovines carry their names.

SO! I like Jen and Ben but am surprised that one of the choices was not Sid and Nancy!

[Virginia Urreiztieta]

Hi Martha!
I would name them Latte & Lulu!

[FLO]

they are soooo cute!

how about peaches and creamie or..,,,,,
bonnie and clyde

you will have trouble giving them up

[Lisa]

OMG these are the cutest little things ever!!!!!!

[Monica]

Lovely blog you have.

I thought I'd share this with you:

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[MimiG]

Okay - some name suggestions..

Beau and Bonnie
Alfred and Winifred (Freddy and Wini)
Abe and Mary
Fred and Ethel
Horace and Henrietta

Love the donkies!!

MimiG

[Mike McCleary]

Reggie & Daphne are typically English, sporty and respectable.

[Donna]

How about Griffin and Sabine?

[maurdel]

Good english cheeses: Stilton & Cheddar.
I do like the idea of Charles & Camilla, seems to fit quite nicely.

[Heidi]

They must not be 'polled' Herfords by the look of the horns they are sporting. :)

I like Lucy and Dezi - but that was my favorite show growing up! :) or Fred and Ethal LOL

[m]

Since they're English how about Banga's and Mash?

[Jenny]

We had two full size Herefords many years ago when I was a little girl (I'm 40 now) and we named ours- male "Applesauce" and the female "Patticake". They were like pets to my sister and me.

[Tracy]

They are darn cute!

[Beth]

Mick and Marianne
Rosemary and Thyme
Chip and Dip (LOL)

[larry]

Gin and Tonic

[B]

Henry and Anne
Luke and Laura
Carrie and Big
Rugby and Cricket
Harold and Maude
Miss Kitty and Festus
Medium and Rare. (...sorry...)

[Margie]

Well......... I had a Hereford bull I called Bozo until he chased me. He was a good bull, I just referred to him in salter terms after that. So in honor of my bull: Bozo and for the cow Beulah.

[Teresa Thornborough]

They are so adorable, as are your miniature donkeys. Since I'm a huge Disney fan, how about naming them Mickey Moo and Minnie Moo?

[Desiree']

Martha,

I love Sir Loin and Madame Bovine. Hilarious! Love the blog!

[Maureen]

How about Fred and Ginger...

[Joan Fluor Mason, OH]

Martha,

Darling animals..still think you should have two Alpacas in the group.

How about naming them:
Spic and Span

Cheers,
Joan, Mason, OH

[Paula M.]

Martha,
Your new Herefords are adorable!! Love the names you posted and yes, Jen and Ben would be a compliment to them too.
I see Herefords on a farm on my cycling routes near my home! They are so cute and the babies sweet!!
I have Yorkshire terriers and two are named Martha and Stewart!! Everyone laughs when they meet them saying how cute you named them after Martha!
Love your photos of Bedford and all your flowers. Keep the gardening blogs coming!! Muscari are one of my favorites (don't they smell slightly grape-y too?) and PLEASE do a gardening book from Bedford to show the farm and all you do. I loved your Gardening book, it's one of my favorite's.
Love the dogs and burro's too!
Paula :)

[Kelleah Hampton]

remember the old jimmy stewart movie? I may be wrong....but, wasn't it set in Texas.? Lily as in Lily Langtry (Lantry, Tx. and Carlos for the once ownership of Tx. by Mx.)

[Elizabeth]

Dear Martha,
Its not often in this world that people love cows for their natural beauty! I own a pet steer, and get asked often if he's for meat; however, he'll live out his years on green WI pastures with our friends' water buffalo. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for adding some of the bovine species to your farm. From all us cow lovers, Thank You!

[Mara]

There's a cartoon called Kappa Mikey which gives the inspiration for the names:
LilyMu (for the girl)
Gonar (or Bwano or Mikey for the boy)
or you could always go with Sonny and Cher.

[Vivian Love]

How about Sonny and Cher?

[Susan Davis]

Dear Martha;
years back--in the 60's we had 60 head of registered herefords, I did greatly enjoy them and their care, my hubby named every one-- as they arrived,within days!!!Those days are now long gone for me,but here is my suggestion,on a personal note-- name them like jed and jody or todd and tina!!We also had some rare species of birds,and they were all named as well!!!
I just love your show, and look forward every nite I can--to view it on "Fine".

[Genevieve]

Enjoyed seeing the pictures. I had a Hereford as a pet growing. It was a nice trip down memory lane. Thanks for sharing. I picked the names Napolean and Josephine. Herefords are classy and loyal.

[claudia schweitzer]

ITS SPRING ,THE TWO CALVES SHOULD
BE NAMED LILAC AND DAISY!!

[Ellen]

You're not going to eat them - are you? You can't name them if you are.

[kim from Maryland]

Hi, Martha. Congrats! They are precious!!!

[SHORTY HORTON]

dante and beatrice

[Stacy Jo McDermott]

How about Johnny and June (Cash)? Kudos for you Ms. Stewart for being thier summer guardians

[Brenda]

I agree with the several posts referring to the Rare Breed movie names....

Jimmy and Maureen
or
Juliet and Jimmy

Vindacator and Juliet....

and teach the cows to come to you by whistling "God Save the Queen."

[Angie D]

Oh, they are too cute. And little cows would make little balls of cheese. I like the names... for him: Baby Gouda... and for her Baby Brie.

Please bring Rosie back for another craft session.

[Angela Willis]

My vote is for Wellington and Roulade !!!!

Angela

[Pino]

1. Ace and Alyx
2. Laura and Scudder
3. Jiffy and Skippy
4. Duke and Kaiki(Daisy in Hawaiian)
As a cityfolk who helped out on farms three hours where I lived and helped cleaned chicken and goat pens none of the animalsI cared for had names because they were to be eaten. I hope these two bovines won't end up on the butcher block, but I won't hold it against you if it ends up that way.
Enjoy them!

[sandra]

I hope you give them names that are notable long term..not something that is a flash (like jen and ben) in the pan.

[Nan Ashby]

Hi again Martha, I just love your animals (from Sharkey, Francesca, Billy, Rufus, Clive, your cats, and your chickens}; but I must say these two miniature Herefords are the icing on the cake. They are precious. What about naming them Bonnie and Clyde. Whatever, you name them is fine with me, as long as I know that with your ownership they are so lucky, and I'm jealous I don't have a single animal to love. Nan

[Sigari]

I agree with other postings: Jimmy and Maureen.

[Eddie Correia]

I've been holding on to the names Max and 99, if I was to get a pair of anything. These to look like they may be up to silly cappers together so Max & 99.

[shelly]

Martha,
I like Miss Mabel and Henry. They are cute and a fine addition to your farm.

[liz]

they are soooo adorable Martha!

[marijana]

jen and ben is my pick -lol the reason????????????????? :)

[Kim Wylie]

I've seen this breed at the State Fair before. They're adorable! What cute paddock-pals your donkeys have gained. You must be so excited to have them visiting! Thanks for sharing the pictures.

[Nan Ashby]

Martha, I just wanted you to be aware of the many mispronunciations of the word Hereford. Many people pronounce it like hurfurd. Since the name Hereford is in my family linage, it always irritated me to hear its mispronunciation. Nan ,

[Jenny]

Hi-
When I was younger, we had two (full-size) Hereford cows and they were named- male "Applesauce" and the female was named "Patticake". They were like pets, they followed my sister and I all around the pasture. Applesauce loved to be hugged believed or not, and he would look so sad at us when we had to leave.

[Anne]

Desmond and Penelope

and they are very cute!

[Aimee]

How about Jenna and Henry ? (-:

[Nicholas]

Harold and Maude?

[Margaret]

Martha:
I didn't even know there were miniature Herefords. Have fun raising them. As for names, how about Cocoa and Caramel?

[Holly]

I think those cows are the cutest things I have ever seen!!!! :)

[Leanna]

HOW ABOUT TRIXIE AND ROUX?

[Amy]

I love the cartoon Ferdinad the Bull. The scene of him sitting in the field smelling the flower is so sweet. I also love Isabel. As you know, shorten it to Belle and it means beautiful. How appropriate for your new girl. Have fun with your new additions!

[Michelle]

When I was growing up, we had a red-faced calf that I bottle fed. His name was Checkers... so I thought about him. How about Checkers & Chess?

Love the blog!

[maryanne richard]

martha, We have always known how cute miniature hereford cattle are. Until recently we had a herd of 21 miniature cattle. We now have a bull and 2 cows and they are ready to deliver at any time.The babies weigh only about 35 lbs. Although these are beef cattle and are used as such we have yet to find them any where but lawn ornaments in peoples backyard. They really are friendly and make great 4 h projects for the younger children who arent big enough for the larger cattle. our original herd came from nebraska and we will always have "minis" on our farm. thanks maryanne

[Michelle]

Why not ABNER and Clara? Clara is definately a great name for a female cow. Abner just has presence. They are grand ol' names for wonderful new animals. Love cows! So does my dog! Hug them for us!

[TonyDmn]

How about chow-paw and paw-chow, named after after paw paw.Although it is kind of a tough twister and might be kind of confusing it would be a nice memorial to him, and they are kind of/sort of the same color as paw paw.

[MICHELE STEWART]

PORKEY AND PETUNIA ARE CUTE..

[Stephane]

I was thinking about "Argentina and Petiso".

Argentina because it's one of the major producers of meat. And petiso because in Argentina it means "short".

[gina]

Hmmmm??

Mimi & Rutherford?

g

[Louise]

J.K Rowling has connections to Gloucestershire and the Forest of Dean, which border Herefordshire. Why not call them Harry and Hermoine?

[Margie]

Martha,

I am interupting the theme of your name the Hereford pair and I apologize. It comes to my attention after rereading your thread regarding these little Herefords and settling down from the naming contest.........how old do you think they have to be to reproduce? Not to cast false suspicions but 5 years old and nothing yet? Something is wrong OR these "dwarf"(old term) Herefords are infertile.
Carry on with the naming contest.

[Roberta Hallin]

I remember the old Borden ads with the cows ELSIE AND ELMER and their "children" BEAULAH and BEAURGARD. I think these names would bring back memories that were fun and made us smile. Martha's herferds have such gentle features. You can't help but love them. They need names to match their personalities.

[starting to like Martha more each day]

Raised on a farm in Central Illinois, I thought I knew a great deal about cattle and other farm animals, but never have I heard of miniature Herefords. The donkeys are adorable, by the way. It's sort of difficult for me to judge the size of the cows--wish we had a normal-sized Hereford next to the miniature ones!!

Names: Martha, I think you should call one Hillary and one Barack. Why? It's about two coming together--meeting in the middle for a good cause and ending. It's a sign of hope for the future.

If not Hilary and Barack, then name one of the Herefords after your NEW friend that I heard you text message--Snoopdogg. I'm not thinking creatively at this moment; I can't think of a female name to go along with Snoopdogg other than Mary J. Juana, and because I don't believe in or promote the use of non-prescribed (illegal) drugs, that's not cool.

My third choice would be Jen and Ben--Jennifer Garner LOVES you. We ("pet people") LOVE our animals, so to grace the name of a living person upon our pet speaks highly of that person!

Have fun cow sitting...just not cow tipping, which would be fairly easy w/those little ones.

[gail cole]

How about Opal & Oscar

OR

Opal and Obadiah

[Melanie]

Even though I am a vegetarian I voted for the Sir Loin and Madame Bovine options because they are funny, but I think Bearnaise and Mignon would also be good names.
I certainly hope no one plans on eating those sweet faced cuties!

[Linda]

How cute! I can't wait to hear about how Rufus, Clive, and Billie get along with their new friends.

How about Bogey and Bacall?

[Stephine Stottmann (Louisville, KY)]

I think they look like a Lucy & Murphy to me

[Leila]

Isabel and Ferdinand; Ferdinand is one of my favorite children's books, about the bull who didn't want to fight but just wanted to smell the flowers!

[theresa]

Well, well now. Arent you transforming into a real farm gal.. I think you should name them Samson and Delilah. For short- sammy and dell.

[Chris]

Awwww...they are too cute! And thanks for sharing about your property on the next blog. It's fascinating to see.

Where does a person go about getting a couple of these mini-Herefords? They would be perfect for us!

[Valerie]

Thank you for sharing your ride and your pictures. It is a real treat to be able to visualize what we often read about.

[Sandy]

Hi Martha,
How about Samson/Dalilah,
Bonnie/Clyde,Buttons/Bows,
Romeo/Juliet, Sugar/Spice,
Jack/Jill, Adam/Eve,
Caesar/Cleopatra, Salt/Pepper,
Silk/Satin, Magnet/Steel
I would be so honored if you chose one of my suggestions.
Thanks

[Natalie E]

Cutest! I look forward to more pictures! Also, I would like to suggest the names Beauford and Bitsy.

[Sue]

I like Dandy and Clover! I think it suits them!

[coleen alano]

why don't you name them Sabrina and Selina? They look so precious just like my twin daughters. by the way i do love your tv show. I'm a nurse from the Philippines. I hope to visit your tv show soon, when I get there. I hope my family will be granted with an immigrant visa soon.take care and God bless

[Kate Miller]

Dusty and Beau

[Troy]

I think they are very cute. I grew up in the town of Hereford so they remind me of our school mascot the Hereford Bulls.
You could name them George and Gracy. They look like they will have a great time frolicing on the Bedford Estate.

[Coloradolady]

I think you should name them Dick and Jane. Guess I am aging myself. hehe

[Troy]

I think they are very cute. I grew up in the town of Hereford so they remind me of our school mascot the Hereford Bulls.
You could name them George and Gracy. They look like they will have a great time frolicing on the Bedford Estate.

[Bonnie Murray]

Just a note to tell you, I have been thinking about you this the first Mothers Day without your Mom. I lost my mother nine years ago and still miss her as if she left yesterday. My heart goes out to you and your siblings. The best you can do is recall all the wonderful memories of your mother. I did so enjoy her visits to your show. I too will be missing "Big Martha".
Enjoy your day with Alexis, she is a beautiful young woman.

[Diva Jood]

Ferdinand and Isabella are perfect names. However, I also like Charlotte Corday and Jean Paul Marat.

[Vicki Zacharewicz]

Dear Martha,
They are just adorable little cows, but I think they look more like a 'Fred and Ethel'! I was curious if you can milk them like their larger cousins and if so, is the milk any different?
Signed,
Vicki in N. Stamford

[theresa]

Your farm is not a farm. It is a dream. You must feel great to be so self sufficient. It is something I would like to do but probably never will. Eating healthy foods grown without chemicals and pesticides is a preventative for most diseases not to mention the incredible taste when they are so fresh.

[ma richard]

MARTHA, IM SO GLAD THAT THE "MINI HEREFORD" ARE CATCHING ON. WE HAVE BEEN BREEDERS OF THESE LOVELY CREATURES FOR 5 YEARS NOW. WE HAVE HAD TO GO IN THE SHOW RING WITH THE LARGER HEREFORD AND STILL HAVE HAD MANY BLUE RIBBON WINNERS.I WOULD LOVE TO COME ON YOUR SHOW TO TALK ABOUT THESE DOCILE ANIMALS.I COULD BRING OUR CALVES THAT WOULD BE BORN IN JUNE.THERE IS SO MUCH INTERESTING INFORMATION ON THESE CATTLE, IM SURE YOUR AUDIENCE WOULD APPRECIATE. P.S. I LIKE THE NAME PINK COWDILLAC AND MOO SUEDE SHOES. M A RICHARD

[Joseph Brennan]

Martha:

I've been trying to leave a comment on this blog for days, but have been so busy with work.

I think Isabel and Ferdinand are the best choices. My second choices are Lily and Carlos, which would be a nice way to honor your loyal staff.

I can't wait to know what the final decision is!

Happy Mother's Day!

Joseph

[theresa]

I read that there is more high end meat on the minis than the regular. The Jersey cow is little too and looks like a deer that is fawn colored with big eyes. This cow gives the most creme in her milk. You should get one of them too! Then you will have the meat, milk, eggs, poultry, fruits, and organic vegetables. Whats missing? Feta cheese? uh oh- here comes the mini goats and are they ever cute.

[lori holloway]

i want to thank you for the blog on paw paw!we put down our 13 year old collie pepito last thursday and my 11 year old daughter made a website about him called the last hour-because of yours-thankyou i feel your pain-we got a new a kitten the other day and my daughter named him paw paw-thanks

[lea ann]

i voted for sir loin and madame bovine. that is exactly what i would expect to hear on your show as you talk about your animals. the others are not quite as unusual or elegant for you:)

[Heather W.]

Jen & Ben b/c they named their yellow lab Martha Stewart!

[BRENDA ADAMS]

I LOVE ANIMALS, I HAVE A GAITED MULE FARM WITH LOTS OF MINI HORSES AND DONKEYS THAT I HAVE SINCE SOLD, I THINK THE LITTLE COWS SHOULD BE NAMED BUTTONS AND BOWS (BEAU) THANK YOU MUCH
BRENDA ADAMS

[maurdel]

I hope we get to hear about the final choices here on the blog. Unfortunately, I am not always able to watch the show. I would hate to miss the announcement of the names.

I am still pulling for Stilton & Cheddar.

[Pauline]

I echo Lea Ann.

Jen & Ben because they named their Yellow Lab Martha Stewart.

[Barb]

I think you have overlooked the best suggestion: Charles and Camilla!

[Jen B]

I think you should name them Jen & Ben. Jen is always so great when she is on your show, I know she would love to be the namesake of your cow!! And also being another Jen myself, I am a little biased...

[Christine Knight]

I think those pet cows are so cute. I will forward this link on to my Aunt who has a farm in southeasten Colorado. She will love them! Those miniature Herefords look like they love their new field at Aunt Martha's.

[Genie Kiss]

Hi Martha,

The cattle are so cute I would name them clotted cream and Jam.
Love the farm. Love your show and I truly miss your Mother on the show.

Genie Kiss
Elmwood Park,NJ

[Martha Hernandez]

Hi Martha, did you know that in Cuba is a crime to sacrifice your own cows? and that, they nedd to be registered, with real mames?
I personaly like
Lazo and cinta
wich tranlate to...
Bow and Ribbon

[Sherry]

How about "Elsie" & "Moo"?

[Anayansi]

Frankie and Johnie! Tormented love!

[Elsie H.]

They must be lovers.........
I would name them "Tristan" and "Isolde".........

[Sally]

Love the cows! I was raised with Hereford Angus cross cattle. Our bull was a champion hereford. I agree with Jimmy and Maureen. They are a "rare breed." Love your show!

[Emma A]

Hello there Martha,

They are SO sweet. Such gentle little faces and they give the broadest kisses.

I would like to suggest that they have names befitting their heritage.

How about EDGAR and VICTORIA?

They are two main roads leading into Hereford on the A49!

Thanks for a lovely blog,
Emma
Australia

[Keryn]

Why not name them Brandy and Soda?
They are certainly the same colour as the drink.

[Pam from California]

Harry and Sally

[Pam from California]

Six Pence / Half Pint
Rover/Brook
Chase/Charlotte
Chance/Hope
Dude/Duchess
Rusty/Rose
Dash/Sassy
Oliver/Odella

Pam from California

[Pam from California]

A few more I am on a roll@
Max/Millie
Mumsford /Millie
Hoss for the male and Little Jo for female
Ozzie/ Harriet
Walter / Winnie
Rhett/ Scarlet
Traveler /Tessa
Trader/Tess
Maverick/Masie
Malcom / Blaze

[Kathy O]

Russell & Patty