Highland cows have been one of Scotland’s top tourist attractions for years, but they’ve taken over the world of cattle (and the Internet) more recently. When you take a good look at their long horns and even longer hair, it’s not hard to see why they’re so popular!
Despite how many adorable Highland cow videos have gone viral online, it’s rare to see an ‘old lady’ cow like the one in a Northern California farmer’s June 5 TikTok video. She’s absolutely stunning! Between her slow, peaceful walking pace and the friendly way she greets her human mom, it’s impossible not to fall in love.
@sauced.bitch She is a lovely silver Highland and quite old. The other cows all come up for their dinner, but she is often left behind. Because she lives on 66-acres, it can sometimes be hard to find her, so I take the Gator and run all over the place looking for her. Found this old lady working her way up a hill. #cows #seniors #highlandcows #scottishtiktok #Scottish Highland #coos #Scottish #Scotland #California #Farm #Ranch #Senior #SeniorCow
What a gorgeous cow! I loved the way she sauntered up the hill without a care in the world, and the way her ears twitched to shake off the flies. Every inch of her is as cute as can be, but that long tongue made me do a double-take!
Commenter Juliana spoke for everyone when she said, “I’m so in love with her and her quiet dignity. How lovely!” She carries herself with grace like the queen of the pasture, though I know I’m not the only one who wishes the other Highland cows would treat her like a queen, too.
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“The other cows all come up for their dinner, but she is often left behind,” her owner explained. “Because she lives on 66 acres, it can sometimes be hard to find her, so I take the Gator and run all over the place looking for her. Found this old lady working her way up a hill.”
Caring for senior cows can look a little bit different, especially when they begin slowing down. As some viewers mentioned, giving her a smaller space could be better for her safety and her mom’s convenience, but for now, staying with the herd on the large pasture is working out.
With an attentive rancher like this video’s poster on her side, this lovely old lady cow will enjoy her golden years with everything she needs to thrive. What a gift!
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