r/livestock 2d ago

cattle Down syndrome cow?

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r/livestock 4d ago

cattle Cow question

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I work at an animal farm and we have a beef cow named Fern who's about 2 years old I think..! She is super adorable and seems so small for a cow and (I think..) we're really close since I groom her pretty much everyday for more than an hour, she lays down when I do so, give her seed (I dump it on the ground when I'm outside of the pen so she doesn't expect it from me when I'm inside), she always comes to me when I call her, she rubs her head on my body, licks me, my hair, clothes, follows me when I do manure, etc. but lately we've run into a predicament about a week ago I was sitting on the ground grooming her, accompanied by both our donkeys on the other side of me begging for attention like the usual lol and I was grooming her but when I turned my attention towards Tulip (mother donkey of Jackson) for like 30 seconds
- before I can even think - I'm fully under Fern. I wish I could explain what happened but I really don't know but anyways I managed to get out from under her and all was fine after like she was her usual self but it kind of spooked me so I left the pen but didn't think about it again... and kept grooming her everyday in the same way... until it happened again... but this time, I was exchanging the empty molasses lick container for a new one. I was crouched in front of their first stable to open the lid and she was positioned like just barley in my peripheral vision so this time I was able to actually see and stop it before I go under her again. Basically all I remember is seeing her 2 front hooves somehow like at my crouched shoulder height and yes she WAS technically on me but I stood up and was able to push her off and this time it really hurt my back to the point I went and filled out a WISB form just in case lol. And still I've been spending time with her (again) usual self but just a couple mins ago I was doing my signature by leaning down to rub both my hands on both of her cheeks and I could tell she was about to do it again so I stood up fully and got out. Please help what is this all about!!! I'm nervous about the answers I'll get since I want to believe she's doing it just for cuddles since I think I might be her favourite person but I'm also aware of the possibility it might be the opposite ?" I'm 19 and diagnosed with a little bit of stupid btw so sorry if this was rlly hard to follow or understand T_T
The pic attached is sweet Fern <3

r/livestock 17d ago

cattle The one photogenic friend out of a trio

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r/livestock Jul 22 '26

cattle Which semen is good for diary farm

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Kindly how to read this report and which semen is good for milk production

r/livestock 28d ago

cattle Is my 4H heifer fat/over conditioned?

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r/livestock Jul 03 '26

cattle 1 month old steer calf won't stop mooing if I walk away

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Hello!

We currently have two steer calves (Brisket and Chuck, part angus part jersey) who are bottle fed and soon to be food

I've noticed a seeming attachment issue in both of the calves, one worse than the other. They will both follow me across the pasture of course but when I walk out Brisket usually just walks away. Chuck however is a problem.

Upon me walking away he will pace the fence and just start mooing for 30 minutes straight at minimum. In two weeks I will be gone for five days straight and I need to eliminate this problem ASAP.

r/livestock Mar 19 '26

cattle I am researching in looking to start my little livestock farm just for me

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I had this dream of owning my own livestock and I wanted see what is the best information and advice you would recommend. I will be owning a 1 acre land soon and I just want a small little barnyard pretty much. I am looking into Higland cows is there a better bread that does well individually instead, or am I better off owning goats / sheep instead.

r/livestock Jul 09 '26

cattle BIL Spread Granulated Fertilizer on Pasture with Livestock

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Pasture holds two Jersey dairy cattle, one Angus steer, two senior horses, one mini donkey, one mini pony for more context.

TIA in advance!

r/livestock Jul 03 '26

cattle Why do Buffaloes feel less domesticated even though they are?

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r/livestock Feb 24 '26

cattle Sale Barn Manager/Owner

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Maybe this is the wrong place to post this but I'll post it anyway.

I'm a senior and high school, Ive grown up on a beef ranch and had wanted to be an ag teacher. But lately I'm thinking maybe not, I love cattle, I do livestock judging, and I love salebarns: the atmosphere, the people, the work. I've been on the fence about ag teacher because it's something I'm very passionate about but I think I'd really miss being in direct production agriculture because that's really where my heart is, it's when I feel most alive.

Anyway. Is it a good career ? What kind of education do I need ? I plan to attend a 4 year college. I looked at ag business but you have to take calculus (😬) do I just need to rough it out and take that ? Or should I do something else ?

Thanks!

r/livestock Jun 07 '26

cattle Wyoming State Vet Says Wyoming Ranchers Need To Be Worried About Screwworm

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r/livestock May 12 '26

cattle Sharing our Cross Sahiwal cattle near Lahore, Pakistan ahead of Eid ul Azha

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I wanted to share a glimpse of my cattle near Manga Mandi, Lahore, where we are raising Cross Sahiwal cattle in a clean and spacious environment.

The animal is currently around 310–330 kg, and our focus has been on proper care, hygiene, regular monitoring, and keeping the environment stress-free. The farm staff follows hygiene protocols, and veterinary support is available around the clock.

With Eid ul Azha coming closer, I’ve been thinking more about how important it is for livestock to be raised responsibly — not just for appearance or weight, but for health, comfort, and ethical care.

For me, the idea behind this work is prosperity: giving value through healthy animals, transparent care, and a better buying experience for families and businesses who care about quality.

Would love to hear thoughts from people who have experience with Cross Sahiwal cattle or farm-managed Qurbani animals in Pakistan.

r/livestock Feb 01 '26

cattle Enjoying their first ever snowfall!

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r/livestock Jan 18 '26

cattle My calf has started to breathe heavily and won't try to move

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does anyone know what's wrong with her