The Secret Life of Cows
Most people think they know everything about cows. They stand around in fields, eat grass, moo, and of course, provide milk. They are archetypal symbols of a rural scene of everlasting tranquility. But cows are much more than that. Cows have personalities; they are sensitive, able to learn, socially oriented, and able to defend themselves. This series tells the surprising story of a cow’s life.
Most people think they know everything about cows. They stand around in fields, eat grass, moo, and of course, provide milk. They are archetypal symbols of a rural scene of everlasting tranquility. But cows are much more than that. Cows have personalities; they are sensitive, able to learn, socially oriented, and able to defend themselves. This series tells the surprising story of a cow’s life.
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