Shortly before 18:00 this evening, all twenty-five cattle were scattered around the covered reservoir, grazing in small groups around its perimeter. Despite the heat, they were all grazing contentedly, doing their best to keep in the shade, with many using the bracken or tall grass for shelter from the sun. A few had tear streaks on their faces where the flies had clearly been bothering them earlier in the day.
The cattle were all very friendly as I made my way around checking on them, with most pausing to greet me and enjoy a few strokes and rubs. Despite the warm sunshine, many were happy to stand for long neck and back scratches before returning to their grazing. Youngster 219, Sussex cows 211, 212, and 1396, along with steers 210 and 1640, gradually made their way up to the pasture southeast of the reservoir, making light work of the remaining swampy areas. Youngsters 219 and 222 were especially friendly, both enjoying lots of attention and returning the affection with plenty of gentle licks.
By 19:30, most of the remaining cattle were grazing on the hillside north of the reservoir, near ///behave.dull.grins. Older steers 21 and 33, along with youngster 230, were grazing in the swampy area northwest of the reservoir, close to the Gelvert fence line. Despite the hot weather, they were all happy, relaxed, and looking well. They showed no signs of discomfort and were all seen grazing and resting normally, with several stopping for a drink from the swampy areas around the reservoir. I said my goodbyes a short time later, leaving them all calm and peaceful.
The cows were all good today.
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