Heifers (cows who haven’t had calves) and cows go through a process known as going into ‘heat’. It means that they are ovulating and it is a sign that lets the bull know that they are ready to be bred. You can tell if an animal is in heat by physical signs. Their tail hair is pointed up from others mounting her or you will actually see other animals mount her. Click here to read more about heat in cattle and detecting it!

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