My partners cattle are freaking me out

Bury the Trash

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Mixed Farmer
Does that mean I don’t wear heels?

I happen to love a good pair of heels but I run into two problems. 1) Heels don’t do well on gravel/uneven surfaces so I look like a flailing drunkard if I’m outside. 2) On average men are too short when I’m in flats so when I wear heels I need be in the mindset to deal with tiny Tim’s acting like puffer fish. 🐡
didn't say you don't wear them :)

but of course a lady wouldn't wear any shoes at all, ...... when riding a one horned bull :oops::D



:oops:Off topic again:sorry:😃
 

Kiwi Pete

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I'm not afraid they'll hurt me, but because I'm 5ft 2 they're massive compared to me. They seem friendly cows but their scary as they are aggressive and run at me. My partner isn't afraid of them though, but for some reason I am? Does that make me a person who freaks out at everything? We have sheep,horses and pigs but I aren't afraid of them, I could be with them every second of the day if I could
They're alot like people, inside a little unsure and very curious.
Outside, mostly a big smokescreen so that you don't see the inside

just like people, they jump to the conclusion that they're at the lower end of the list

if you show them you're 'a bit unsure' then they'll test you out, by not freaking out then they'll work that you are alot like them - friendly and curious/friendly and nervous

if you pick up a stick, then they will more likely assume you're aggressive and keep testing you, trying to get what you are actually like behind that "front" of bravado so that they can see how you compare in terms of pecking order, cattle have quite a hierachy and really just want to know how you relate to that
 

Cowabunga

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I'm not afraid they'll hurt me, but because I'm 5ft 2 they're massive compared to me. They seem friendly cows but their scary as they are aggressive and run at me. My partner isn't afraid of them though, but for some reason I am? Does that make me a person who freaks out at everything? We have sheep,horses and pigs but I aren't afraid of them, I could be with them every second of the day if I could
Cows are big animals and can cause injury even when playing around. Dairy cattle and replacements can be overly friendly and friendly, which can bring its own problems, especially out in a field in the dark with them. No need to be afraid of them but never underestimate the danger of dealing with big mischievous animals.

Sucklers and beef steers, especially of certain breeds, can have volatile temperaments and it is best to treat them with great respect and to keep your distance. Never go unaccompanied among them unless you are very familiar and know their ways. Always treat an animal with a calf as a potential lethal weapon until proven otherwise and always have a practical easy escape route and plan. In a shed, always be aware that they could easily be spooked and stampede in your direction, so you should always be prepared to jump out of their way into a cubicle or somewhere, or ideally not be put in a position where you could be trampled or squished.

Never allow yourself or your partner to become complacent or lazy to the point of putting either of you in a more potentially dangerous position. It is NEVER necessary and there are always relatively safe ways of handling cattle.
 

steveR

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Mixed Farmer
They're alot like people, inside a little unsure and very curious.
Outside, mostly a big smokescreen so that you don't see the inside

just like people, they jump to the conclusion that they're at the lower end of the list

if you show them you're 'a bit unsure' then they'll test you out, by not freaking out then they'll work that you are alot like them - friendly and curious/friendly and nervous

if you pick up a stick, then they will more likely assume you're aggressive and keep testing you, trying to get what you are actually like behind that "front" of bravado so that they can see how you compare in terms of pecking order, cattle have quite a hierachy and really just want to know how you relate to that

Sounds like you have kept/keep a few Dexter cows down there Pete...!!
 

flowerpot

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Cows are big animals and can cause injury even when playing around. Dairy cattle and replacements can be overly friendly and friendly, which can bring its own problems, especially out in a field in the dark with them. No need to be afraid of them but never underestimate the danger of dealing with big mischievous animals.

Sucklers and beef steers, especially of certain breeds, can have volatile temperaments and it is best to treat them with great respect and to keep your distance. Never go unaccompanied among them unless you are very familiar and know their ways. Always treat an animal with a calf as a potential lethal weapon until proven otherwise and always have a practical easy escape route and plan. In a shed, always be aware that they could easily be spooked and stampede in your direction, so you should always be prepared to jump out of their way into a cubicle or somewhere, or ideally not be put in a position where you could be trampled or squished.

Never allow yourself or your partner to become complacent or lazy to the point of putting either of you in a more potentially dangerous position. It is NEVER necessary and there are always relatively safe ways of handling cattle.

That is a very sensible reply.
 

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