I read a book years ago on the personality of cows. The Secret Life of Cows by Rosamund Young. Very interesting. My boss has a herd of Highland cattle (all with names beginning with H) and she will tell you that they all have very distinct personalities.
Great tip on the book! I agree with your boss, most animals I've encountered possess individual traits and characteristics. And some of them will like you and others will be indifferent (or horrible!). It's interesting learning what they're like.
Bless, Minnie 💔 Thank goodness you weren’t hurt more seriously. Cows are bloody massive! We rescued a Kelpie cross a few years ago (Australian working dog) and stayed at an Airbnb attached to a farm. She managed to dig under the fence and next minute we see her charging across a field, trying to herd and sheep and a couple of alpacas. Thank god it wasn’t cows because I think she may have come off worse!
Ah, the fabulous herding instinct of the Collie! Which applies to their humans too. 'Why aren't you all in the same room?' They might give us the occasional panic, but dogs are such a marvellous species.
Oh my goodness how terrifying! And for Martin too, not knowing what had happened to you! And what a beautiful post about your Minnie, brought tears to my eyes ❤️
Yes, it was quite a day. Minnie was a source of joy and sometimes frustration, but she was a steadfast companion. I never realised how secure I felt in my home until she passed away. She could be intimidating when in home protection mode. Dogs are simply a magnificent species.
Aww Minnie 🧡 She couldn't have helped you fight off a cow so running for Martin was the best thing she could do! (Although once my dog jumped over me after I fell on my arse in some mud 😂 Didn't even look back, the little fucker.) Minnie sounds like a gorgeous doggo.
I read a book years ago on the personality of cows. The Secret Life of Cows by Rosamund Young. Very interesting. My boss has a herd of Highland cattle (all with names beginning with H) and she will tell you that they all have very distinct personalities.
Great tip on the book! I agree with your boss, most animals I've encountered possess individual traits and characteristics. And some of them will like you and others will be indifferent (or horrible!). It's interesting learning what they're like.
Bless, Minnie 💔 Thank goodness you weren’t hurt more seriously. Cows are bloody massive! We rescued a Kelpie cross a few years ago (Australian working dog) and stayed at an Airbnb attached to a farm. She managed to dig under the fence and next minute we see her charging across a field, trying to herd and sheep and a couple of alpacas. Thank god it wasn’t cows because I think she may have come off worse!
Ah, the fabulous herding instinct of the Collie! Which applies to their humans too. 'Why aren't you all in the same room?' They might give us the occasional panic, but dogs are such a marvellous species.
Ah that’s so true!
Oh my goodness how terrifying! And for Martin too, not knowing what had happened to you! And what a beautiful post about your Minnie, brought tears to my eyes ❤️
Yes, it was quite a day. Minnie was a source of joy and sometimes frustration, but she was a steadfast companion. I never realised how secure I felt in my home until she passed away. She could be intimidating when in home protection mode. Dogs are simply a magnificent species.
Aww Minnie 🧡 She couldn't have helped you fight off a cow so running for Martin was the best thing she could do! (Although once my dog jumped over me after I fell on my arse in some mud 😂 Didn't even look back, the little fucker.) Minnie sounds like a gorgeous doggo.
Indeed, it was the smart thing for her to do... the farmers on the other hand, could have done more. Minnie was lovely; dearly missed.
Indeed, it was the smart thing for her to do... the farmers on the other hand, could have done more. Minnie was lovely; dearly missed.
Yes, the farmers were very irresponsible and careless!
Great post, as always. Minnie sounds marvellous.
Many years ago on the island Samsø four of us were stampeded by a huge herd of cows as a storm rolled in. We ran for our lives. Will never forget it!
That does not sound like fun! I'm glad you were not trampled.
Great post, as always. Minnie sounds marvellous.
Many years ago on the island Samsø four of us were stampeded by a huge herd of cows as a storm rolled in. We ran for our lives. Will never forget it!
A lovely post and I'm so glad you survived the cow attack without injury and reunited with the pup.
Thanks, Hilary!