The "cow, chicken, grass" studies have identified just one of many cognitive phenomena that vary according to cultural background. Stay tuned for more. Sources: Chiu, L.-H. (1972).

But Dumplin', a mini Highland cow, is a little more timid about getting in the water. Bre thought it would make a cute story, and in December 2023, she authored the book, Dumplin' Learns to Swim.

The tricky thing, Wang admits, is that it takes longer for cows to gain weight when they only eat grass. So they live longer and emit more methane.