Why do cows cry?
Recently, the topic of "cow tears" has sparked heated discussions on social media and agricultural forums. Many farmers and netizens have observed cattle crying and are worried whether this is related to disease, environment or feed. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the possible reasons why cows shed tears, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Analysis of common causes of cow tears

According to feedback from veterinary experts and farmers, cow tears may be caused by:
| Cause classification | Specific performance | solution |
|---|---|---|
| Eye diseases | Conjunctivitis, keratitis or foreign body irritation | Use antibiotic eye drops to remove foreign bodies |
| environmental factors | Dust and ammonia concentration are too high | Improve ventilation and reduce housing density |
| feed problem | Mycotoxins or nutritional imbalances | Change feed and add vitamin A |
| infectious diseases | Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) | Isolate sick cows and vaccinate them |
2. Data statistics on hotly discussed topics across the Internet
The following is the discussion popularity data on the topic of "cows shed tears" on various platforms in the past 10 days:
| platform | Amount of related topics | Main discussion direction |
|---|---|---|
| Douyin | 12,000 videos | Farmer takes real photos of cows crying |
| 5600+ discussions | Environmental and animal welfare links | |
| Agriculture Forum | 320 posts | Disease prevention and treatment experience sharing |
| WeChat public account | 45 popular science articles | Veterinary professional interpretation |
3. Typical cases and solutions
1.Case of a ranch in Shandong:
50 cows cried collectively, and it was found that the feed mold exceeded the standard. The symptoms disappeared within 3 days after changing the feed.
2.Feedback from Hebei farmers:
In winter, poor ventilation in the pens leads to ammonia irritation. After installing an exhaust fan, the tearing phenomenon is reduced by 80%.
4. Suggestions on preventive measures
According to the guidance of professional organizations, it is recommended to take the following comprehensive measures:
| Measure type | Specific content | Execution frequency |
|---|---|---|
| environmental management | Clean up feces every day and keep the humidity ≤70% | 2 times a day |
| health monitoring | Eye examination, temperature measurement | 1 time a week |
| Feed control | Mildew detection, adding vitamins | Testing per batch |
5. Authoritative interpretation by experts
Professor Li from the School of Veterinary Medicine at China Agricultural University pointed out:
"Cow weeping is an important signal of the body's stress response and needs to be comprehensively judged in conjunction with other symptoms. Among the recent frequent cases of weeping, about 60% are related to feed mold, suggesting the need to strengthen raw material storage management."
Conclusion
Although the phenomenon of cows crying is common, it may hide deep-seated problems in feeding and management. Through scientific analysis and timely intervention, animal health can be ensured and breeding efficiency can be improved. It is recommended that farmers establish a daily observation and recording system to detect and handle early.
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