Cattle Brands

Brands must be registered with the county clerk's office in each county where the livestock resides.

To transfer ownership of a brand, the current owner must provide a notarized affidavit or a court order from probate court.

Brand expiration

Brands must be re-registered every 10 years. If a brand is not re-registered, it becomes available for use by someone else.
Brand cost

The cost to register a brand varies by county, but can include a fee per brand, additional animals, and additional brand locations.

The best rule to follow is to keep the image simple. Simple brand designs are easier to read and are less painful for the livestock.
A brand design consists of 2 or more symbols. Many brands have 3 units in the design. Few brands have more than 3 units.
Brands records include the design of the brand and its position on the livestock.