Required and Optional Fields

This article provides a complete reference for all fields available when adding or editing an animal.

Required Fields

FieldDescriptionDefault
Primary IdentificationAt least one identifier: Ear Tag, EID, Freeze Brand, Name, Tattoo, or Other Tag.None
Animal TypeBull, Cow, or Calf.None
SexRequired for Calf type. Auto-set for adult types.Auto-set for adult types
StatusActive, Sold, Dead, Missing, or Reference.Active
OwnerThe user who owns the animal.Current user
AcquiredRaised or Purchased.Raised

Optional Identification Fields

FieldDescription
Ear TagVisual ear tag number.
EIDElectronic identification number (RFID tag).
Freeze BrandFreeze brand identifier.
NameA name for the animal.
TattooTattoo number or code.
Other TagAny additional tag or identifier.
Ear Tag ColorThe color of the ear tag.

Optional Descriptive Fields

FieldDescription
ColorCoat color of the animal.
BrandWhether the animal has been branded (yes/no).
CastratedWhether the animal has been castrated (yes/no) and date.
DeHornedWhether the animal has been dehorned (yes/no).

Optional Calfhood Fields

FieldDescriptionDefault
Birth DateDate the animal was born.None
Birth WeightWeight at birth in pounds.65 lbs
Conception TypeNatural Selection or AI.None
SireThe father of the animal.None
DamThe mother of the animal.None

Optional Purchase Fields

These fields become available when Acquired is set to Purchased:

FieldDescription
Purchase DateDate the animal was purchased.
Purchase PricePrice paid for the animal.