After I saw what was going on their I go and watch the cattle sell then I offer mine private treaty at the price the best brought at the sale barn - - - this has worked for over 10 years and this year I had 3 offers that I told the previous buyer had the right of refusal on.  The same guy bought them as he feels with the way I wean, and get them started he gets a good deal.

I do not try to hold him up but I intend to get paid a fair price - - - I condition the calves 2 weeks prior to weaning to go thru a creep gate and receive a little grain, then when I wean the calves stay there on good alfalfa hay and the grain gradually increases for 3 more weeks.

The buyer pays for vet services on the calves ( I still pay for the cows ) and gets very calm calves that are used to people, dogs and feed.