Did you know Dairy cows are just like humans…well sort of!!
When a person sits and thinks about the similarities between cows and humans there are some random comparisons; perhaps some things you have never thought of before or did not know.
#1. Did you know that the gestation period (the time something is pregnant) is the same for both cattle and humans. In case you did not know, the length is 9 months!!
#2. Did you know baby cows, which are called “calves” drink milk from their mother when born just like new-born babies do from their moms!
#3. Did you know that farmers can buy formula for their baby calves just like parents buy formula for their babies? Formula for baby calves is most often referred to as “milk replacer”.
#4. Did you know that some cows get periodic haircuts just like you? The most common time a cow gets a hair cut is for a big event like a fall fair competition or a show competition. Just like it would be common for a human to get their hair cut for a big event, the same is true for the cow!
#5. Did you know that cows get their toenails trimmed just like humans? That is right, farmers care for their cows so much that they take care of their feet by trimming their toenails. I hope you trim yours periodically as well.
#6. Did you know cows get itchy and scratch themselves just like humans? Farmers can buy large “itching/scratching” devices to install in their barns for cows to rub up against and itch themselves.
Who knew humans and cows were so alike. If you think of any more ways that humans and cows are alike, send them along to us at contact@absoluteinsurance.ca. We are always looking for a good laugh.