At 16:20 this afternoon, most of the cattle were grazing in the eastern pasture near Bourley Road, happily enjoying the plentiful grass. A few of the older steers and the three British Whites were browsing leaves among the trees and bushes in the centre of the site. While in that area, several of the herd stopped by the stream for a drink. They were all very friendly, wandering over to greet me and enjoy some strokes and rubs.
The herd continued to graze, with most turning and gradually making their way back toward the southeast corner. A smaller group of eight — including steers 20, 30, 227, and 270, along with cows 72, 214, 234, and 940 — crossed into the western pasture and slowly moved south. Many paused their grazing to come over for more attention, leaning in for long neck, shoulder, and back rubs. Youngster 222 was especially affectionate, thoroughly enjoying a neck and chin rub before thanking me with gentle head nudges and licks.
By 17:45, the cattle had split into two main groups — about half in the eastern pasture near the trees in the southeast corner, and the rest in the southern pasture on the western side of the site. Steers 20, 35, and 227 preferred to stay in the middle of the site, browsing leaves from the trees and bushes there.
All twenty-five were happy, relaxed, and in excellent condition. I said my goodbyes at 18:00, leaving them peacefully grazing as darkness settled across the site.
The cows were all good today.
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