Bossy Boots Ranch
Welcome to Bossy Boots Ranch, where we take pride in our family-owned operation in Elizabeth, Colorado.
Our Mission and Values
For people who dream of raising livestock but aren't sure where to begin, Bossy Boots Ranch provides thoughtfully raised animals, honest guidance, and ongoing support to help them build the livestock life they imagine. Unlike breeders focused only on the transaction, BBR helps people make confident decisions and discover there is no one right way to ranch — there is the right way for them.
Our Journey
Bossy Boots Ranch was launched from a glimmer in our eye, a private joke in the family, and a happenstance discussion. For years, a family joke was driving past fields and Susan commenting on the happy cows or sad cows. Usually based on nothing more than our own assessment of the beauty of the day.
Our journey started in a Dallas suburb, took us to Arvada, Colorado to build a house (which turned into a hot mess that we abandoned!), then south of Castle Rock to about 5 acres in the most beautiful place we'd ever lived. At the time we didn't look at any houses that had dirt driveways or too much snow because that was just too much for our city roots. But after a few years, we wanted more. We wanted to keep our chickens and we dreamed of a horse or two. We wanted a house and some land that could be our bridge to being empty nesters. So we found another beautiful place with some land and a barn.
Before we even moved in, Shawn set out to surprise Susan with a miniature cow. But then he got educated that cows need friends and RCM offered him a chance to purchase a "breeding pair". But it was too expensive to pull the trigger without discussing. Susan's response was "Are you out of your mind? We don't know anything about cows!"
Fast forward. Here we are. A few years later. A few more cows with calves on the way. A flock of sheep. A couple of champion-bloodline Border Collies. A pair of Colorado Mountain Dogs. A few more chickens. And 2 horses.
We've transformed our dream into reality and have established a reputable ranch in Elizabeth, Colorado.
And our story's not done yet.
Our expansion from mini cows into Dorper and Katahdin sheep, and then Colorado Mountain Dogs, mini donkeys and min silkie fainting goats, marks our continuous growth and commitment to providing a diverse range of high-quality livestock.
Meet the Team
Our family is the team at Bossy Boots Ranch. We do occasionally get people who want to come help out ad hoc or regularly. On one hand everyone has their role, but on the other it takes a team. We are living proof that you can have a dream and fulfill it -- at any age.
If you'd like to come help out for a few hours, or even on a regular schedule, we'd love for you to be part of our team. Contact us! Please be aware that our unofficial motto is "Sometimes we're like pro-fessional Cowboys, and sometimes we're like pro-fessional Rodeo Clowns." As long as you're up for a good time of doing and learning, you'll have fun!
Susan
With city roots but a love for animals, Susan is the researcher, list-maker, planner, scheduler, and overall brains of Bossy Boots Ranch. If you want to chat about the animals or come for a visit or buy a new calf or two for your own ranch, she'll likely be the one you meet first.
Shawn
Shawn is the problem-solving, trailer-driving, facilities-building brains and muscle of Bossy Boots Ranch. If you came to watch us move mini cows, work the chute, pull a lamb, or load up a trailer, you'll meet Shawn expertly getting the job done.