beef cows are goofy

[Dave from MN]

The one Charlios cross cow I havethat I figured would be the meanest grumpiest mama in the bunch, I was checking out her little heifer who was all curled up and comfy. Mama cow comes up across the calf from me, looks at me and lightly moo's. I had a safe exit point right behind me if needed. That ol cow stretched out and started licking me! I was scratching babies chin, mama was cleaning the evil human. Boy has she surprised me. Next due are 3 red angus's I have a feeling they arent gonna be so trusting. So far this cow/calf thing is going better than expected.

 

[IH2444]

Don't trust em too much, they can suprise you.

 

[Anonymous-0]

It was always my experience that the "Pet" cattle are the ones that will get you hurt. Not on purpose, but a big 1,000 pound critter can pin you against a wall or similar, and hurt you. Also, lacking fear of humans, they will run over you if they get startled.

Always stay alert, and keep an exit plan, when working with livestock..

 

[RobMD]

Cows have emotions similar to my ex-girlfriends. If you trust 'em too much, they'll run over your a$$.

 

[Nancy Howell]

My FIL had a big brahman bull named Smoky. He was very gentle and like a pet. But he was still 2000+ lbs and could hurt you unintentionally. I know my horses well, but the first thing I do when I go out to ride is put on my riding helmet and my steel-toed riding shoes. These are lessons I have learned the hard way, but by God's grace didn't get badly hurt in the learning process. Respect you livestock.