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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

7 Fascinating Things You Never Knew About Cows

"Cows are incredibly intelligent, thoughtful and sensitive animals who are among the gentle giants of the world. Despite weighing in excess of 1,400 lbs, they have no instinct to harm and can be a wonderful companion to those lucky enough to spend time in their presence.

Despite this, the vast majority of cows spend their lives confined to dreadful conditions on factory farms where they are subjected to all manner of cruel and inhumane practices so that we can exploit their bodies for milk and meat. When confined to the stalls of a large dairy or beef farm, they are unable to exhibit their natural behaviors, and this leads to a widespread misunderstanding of their true nature.

If you’ve never taken the time to consider the complex emotional capabilities of these sentient animals before, here are seven fascinating things you never knew about cows. If you don’t believe them to be true, contact your local farm animal sanctuary and arrange to meet one in person!



1. Leap For Joy
2. Get Excited When They Solve Problems
3. Live for up to 20 Years
4. Remember Faces for Long Periods of Time
5. Nurse Their Calves for up to 3 Years
6. Grieve for their Loved Ones
7. Love Cuddles and Affection"

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