SCIENTIFIC FACTS ABOUT GOU
How good Indian cows are
The High hump, hanging dewlap & invisible solar plexus chakra are the specialties of Indian cow breeds.
All Indian cows & bulls have a hump on their back. This hump has a specific vein called Suryaketu Nadi. The Nadi (vein) absorbs healing energies and radiation from the sun, moon, and all luminaries from the atmosphere and nourishes the cow products like milk, cow urine, dung, ghee (clarified butter), etc., making them superior in quality. This hump is also advantageous in carrying heavy loads.
Also, Indian cows develop a fold of loose skin hanging below the neck.
Dewlap provides high heat resistance, making desi cows & bulls sustainable in all environments.
Indian cows can be easily identified by simply observing these features.
The Specialty of Indian Cows
Skin:
- High shoulders, flappy hanging dewlaps under-neck, and long ears increase the area of skin that sweats and balances the body temperature even when working under the scorching sun.
- Wide sweat glands protect cows from harsh monsoons.
- Aromatic sweat and swift muscle movements help to keep insects away.
- With small body hair, the skin remains clean.
Tail:
- Long enough to touch the ground.
- The tail joint is unique & it enables the cows to swirl the tails around, till the neck.
- The tail movement helps to swat flies and insects.
Hoof:
- Joined, does not gather twigs and dirt.
- Indian ox has a small & strong hoof, suitable for ploughing & pulling the cart.
- Some of the Indian varieties can work without horseshoes.
- Unlike tractors, the ox does not harden the topsoil or kill helpful insects.
Chromosome:
- Chromosomes control the actions & features of the body.
- A cow always has an adequate quantity of chromosomes. Hence, there are scanty chances of infertility over generations.
Life Activities:
Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment. Indian cows have a lower BMR. In draught, it can survive with a minimal quantity of food. Though it would become weak, it will recover quickly when nourished sufficiently. Such temporary difficulties do not affect its milk yield or fertility.
Immunity to Disease:
Indian cows are born with immunity which reduces the expenditure on medical care. For this reason, America and Europe import Indian cows to crossbreed with their local variety to enhance their DNA.
Efficiency:
Indian Ox has strong muscles and long legs. High shoulders hold the plough well & they can work long hours in difficult conditions, which contribute to an increase in agricultural yields.
Caring:
- Cows can be housed in ordinary sheds or even under a tree.
- Some Indian breeds require very little food.
- In villages, they generally roam around in fields and forests throughout the day.
Milk:
- Some Indian breed cows give up to 20 liters of milk per day.
- The main varieties of Indian milk cows are Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar, Rati & Sindhi. We can improve other breeds through better care and nourishment.