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The mothering ability of a cow is a term that means how fast that cow (or even heifer) is able to bond with her calf and accept that calf once born. It is a term that encompasses the protective ability and maternal instincts that a cow should have upon having her calf, and is a term that is used in regards to beef breeding herds. A cow with strong mothering ability is a cow worth keeping, but a cow that is protective over her calf towards people is one to be very careful about.
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What characteristics were you trying to breed into the cow and why?
Femininity, milking ability, good mothering ability, conversion of feed, and good reproductive ability. All these points are important in having a good cow that will raise a good calf, breed back on time, and keep feed costs down.
What is better a jersey cow or a holstein cow?
In terms of what, quantity of milk? Butterfat? Milking ability? Temperament? Calving ease? Please be more specific.
What kind of mothering ability do cows have?
The mothering ability of a cow is a term that means how fast that cow (or even heifer) is able to bond with her calf and accept that calf once born. It is a term that encompasses the protective ability and maternal instincts that a cow should have upon having her calf, and is a term that is used in regards to beef breeding herds. A cow with strong mothering ability is a cow worth keeping, but a cow that is protective over her calf towards people is one to be very careful about.
Are cows chubby?
No, most are not. A cow that is over-conditioned is one that has poor fertility and milking ability.
Does the size of the cow udder depend on how much the cow produces?
Not exactly. A cow can have a large udder yet produce a little amount of milk if she is either under stress or is not being fed properly. However, it is definitely true that a cow with a larger udder will be more productive in terms of milking ability than a cow with a smaller udder.
What characteristics would you want selectively bred from a cow?
A cow should have offspring that have superior genetics to her. This includes good or better milking ability, mothering ability, calving ease, longevity, good weaning weights, good fertility and conformation, ability to convert forage efficiently, and have good masculine characteristics (for her sons) or feminine characteristics (in her daughters). If a cow is bred to produce calves for the market, they must have high weaning weights and great carcass characteristics. If a cow was bred to produce calves for dairy production, her daughters must have good milking ability (more quantity than quality) in order to be productive in the dairy herd.
Is it possible to lead a cow upstairs and downstairs?
It is typically difficult to lead a cow upstairs and downstairs due to their size, weight, and lack of ability to navigate stairs. Cows are better suited for flat terrain and are not naturally built to climb stairs.
What type of symbiotic relationship exists between a cow and the bacteria that live in your mouth?
The relationship between a cow and the bacteria in its mouth can be considered a mutualistic symbiosis. The bacteria help break down complex carbohydrates in the cow's diet, aiding digestion, while the cow provides a habitat and nutrients for the bacteria to thrive. This mutual benefit enhances the cow's ability to extract energy from its food and supports the bacterial population.
Can a albino cow have calves?
Yes, an albino cow can have calves, as albinism does not affect a cow's reproductive capabilities. Albinism is a genetic condition that results in a lack of pigmentation, but it does not interfere with the cow's ability to conceive and carry a pregnancy to term. If bred with a non-albino bull, the calves may or may not inherit the albinism trait, depending on their genetic makeup.
What features would a farmer want in a milking cow?
A farmer selects "qualities" or "characteristics" in a cow, not "features." A farmer wants predominantly wants high milking ability and docility in their dairy cows above anything else.
Can foot and mouth disease of cow cause death?
No, but it's a highly transmissible disease that reduces an animal's ability to be normally productive.
What features would be looked for in the parent cow?
Good conformation, good milking ability, calving ease, forage convertibility, etc.
