The father is what is called a panda cow, they were specially bred to have the white stripe around their middle and the black eye patches. Little Ben is probably worth about $30,000 because he is one of only 24 of the scarce breed, worldwide.

Miniature farm animals are popular with hobby farmers because they can be house trained and socialized, don't take up a lot of room in the house, and it's easier to get them to the vet.