Monday 16th February - All 25 seen

 Between 07:45 - 10:00

All have been seen in 3 groups this morning, first group of 13 were just south of the cowshed. All were well and eating a variety of leaves, gorse and heather.

The second group of 5 including Brie, Buzz and 219 were between the closed off area and the covered dome, like the first group they were all content scavenging for leaves gorse etc.

I then found all 7 Sussex’s on the path just south of James Bond pond. They were all stood still enjoying the sunshine.  

All the cattle were good this morning 

Sunday 15th February - All 25 seen

Shortly after 09:00 this morning, the group of six Sussex cattle were sheltering from heavy rain under the trees near ///inserting.blog.lost, approximately 400 metres northeast of James Bond Pond. They were peacefully foraging for acorns and browsing gorse. Despite being soaking wet, they were all very friendly, each coming over to greet me and enjoy plenty of strokes and rubs. It was great to see that they had returned to Caesar’s and were happy, relaxed, and in good condition.

By 10:20, the remaining nineteen cattle were spread out under the trees northeast of the water tower near ///parked.station.liner, also sheltering from the rain. Cow 234 was resting alone under the trees to the northwest, on the opposite side of the track, while youngster 230 had wandered slightly further northeast of the main group and was relaxing and chewing his cud. Most of the herd were resting, while a handful grazed contentedly among the gorse bushes.

They were all very friendly as I made my way around checking on them, with most happy to receive plenty of strokes. They also seemed to appreciate having the rainwater and loose gorse brushed from their backs and sides. After yesterday’s lovely weather, the cattle looked decidedly unimpressed by the return of the rain. Even so, they were all content, relaxed, and looking well.

As I said my goodbyes just after 11:30, the rain eased slightly and the cattle began to move north, staying close to the tree line and grazing as they went.

The cows were all good today.

Saturday 14th February - All 25 seen

At 09:00 this morning, cows 72, 214, and 234, along with youngsters 220 and 222, were resting peacefully in the sunshine south of James Bond Pond, near ///hunk.hears.brick. They were all very friendly, taking turns to say hello and enjoy plenty of strokes and rubs. All five were happy, relaxed, and in good condition.

By 09:55, cow 940, together with steers 219, 228, and 1626, were grazing along the path north of James Bond Pond. Cow 940 wandered west along the southern edge of the path, then turned around at the end and made her way back along the northern side. Youngster 219’s ear looked clean and continues to heal steadily.

The remaining ten members of the original Caesar’s herd were in the pasture to the north. Most were spread out, resting and chewing their cud in the sunshine, while a few continued grazing. Many enjoyed strokes as I made my way around checking on them. After a while, the group of four crossed the bank to join the main herd. I said my goodbyes at 11:25, leaving them resting peacefully. They were all happy, relaxed, and looking well.

At 11:30, I found the six Sussex cattle near ///dusted.parent.studs, just north of the fence line. They were lying in the heather, relaxing and chewing their cud. All were happy to be approached and thoroughly enjoyed neck and back scratches while resting. Steer 197 and cow 212 both stood up to ensure I didn’t miss any itchy spots. Cow 211 was especially affectionate, offering licks and gentle head rubs while enjoying an extended neck and head scratch. It was lovely to see them and spend a quiet hour in their company. Aside from some additional hair loss, they were all happy, content, and looking well.

Shortly after 12:40, I returned to the main group, who had been joined by the five cattle that had been south of the pond earlier. Most were lying down together in a large huddle, resting and chewing their cud, while a couple remained standing at the edge. Several of the older steers, along with youngster 217, were slightly further east, resting in a smaller group of their own. I said my final goodbyes just after 13:00, leaving them all calm and settled.

The cows were all good today.