Reasons for grooming cattle

Grooming is an important behaviour for cattle. It helps them to keep a healthy coat and skin by removing dirt and parasites. Cattle groom themselves and their herd mates by licking. In nature, they also use tree bark and other rough surfaces to scratch areas of their body that are difficult to reach.

Reasons for grooming cattle

1. Removes loose hair and dirt.

2. Makes hair coat clean, glossy and pliable.

3. Close inspection for observation of abnormalities on the body.

4. Makes animal more docile.

5. Stimulates circulation of blood and lymph in the body.

6. Helps in sanitary milk production.

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