I'm getting a little long in the tooth (for you kids, that means I'm not young), and have worked with the public for over 40 years. Experience has taught me the huge majority of people are good, honest folks. Yes, that includes Cattlemen, Steer Jockies, and even Horse Traders. There are always a few bad apples in every barrel. You just have to identify them, and toss 'em out! And, it is not surprising to me that most of the "Bad Apple" seeds produce some darn good fruit. Have I ever been stung? SURE, but for every bad experience with a "crooked snake", there are thousands of good to great people with whom I've had many wonderful dealings.
Now back to the "honest" Cattlemen - ALWAYS DO BUSINESS WITH PEOPLE YOU KNOW AND TRUST! If you do have a problem, they will make sure you are more than satisfied!