Romeo, the Tallest Steer in the World, Resides in Oregon Sanctuary
NEW YORK, NY—Romeo, a six-year-old Holstein steer from Oregon, has been officially recognized as the tallest living steer, standing at an impressive 6 feet 4.5 inches (1.94 meters). His story is as remarkable as his stature, having been rescued at just 10 days old by the Welcome Home Animal Sanctuary in Creswell, Oregon.
Misty Moore, Romeo’s owner and the co-founder of the sanctuary, emphasizes the steer’s dramatic journey from a dairy farm where male calves are often considered byproducts. Moore describes Romeo’s rescue as a fate-defying moment that paved the way for a life defined by safety, compassion, and attention.
Romeo is celebrated not only for his record-breaking height but also for his gentle and sociable nature, often described as “the sanctuary’s biggest softie.” His daily routine includes social interactions and activities involving humans, adding a unique charm to the sanctuary’s daily tasks. As a true foodie, Romeo’s diet consists of 100 pounds of hay, extra grain, and treats like apples and bananas each day.
The sanctuary marked the certification of Romeo’s height with a celebration, offering him extra hugs and treats. They look forward to sharing his gentle and kind presence with the public, highlighting not just his size but also his role as a symbol of resilience and a testament to the power of kindness.
- Pittsburgh man wanted for abandoning three dogs in filthy home after evictionPITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for a 30-year-old man accused of animal cruelty and neglect after deputies discovered three dogs living in unsanitary conditions at an East Deer home he had vacated. Christopher Edmunds is facing eight misdemeanor charges and 11 summary counts after allegedly abandoning the
- Lost pit bull found near Crosskeys: Monroe Township Police seek dog’s ownerMONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police in Gloucester County are trying to reunite a lost pit bull with its owner after the dog was found wandering near Tuckahoe Road by Crosskeys. The Monroe Township Police Department said the dog, described as a friendly pit bull, was brought to the department after being found with a black
- Senior dog waits for rescue in Jackson after owner passesJACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is waiting for help at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility after his owner passed away, and volunteers are seeking a rescue group to give him a second chance. He is in need of placement due to age-related medical concerns and difficulty adjusting to the
- Young seal found wounded on New Jersey beach recoveringBRIGANTINE, N.J. — A male grey seal pup found injured and stranded on a Brigantine beach earlier this month is recovering after being rescued and transported for medical care, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center. On April 3, the center received a report of the seal lying motionless along the shoreline. When their Stranding
- Trump ends harmful and deadly government tests on beaglesWASHINGTON, D.C. — The Environmental Protection Agency is reinstating a Trump-era initiative to eliminate animal testing, following a decision by new EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to reverse the Biden administration’s cancellation of phaseout deadlines and animal retirement plans. Key Points Animal testing practices under renewed scrutiny The original 2019 plan under the Trump administration aimed