Books & Resources on Cows and Their Importance: A Comprehensive Guide

Books & Resources on Cows and Their Importance: A Comprehensive Guide

Cows have long been revered in various cultures and religions, and their protection is a topic of great importance. Here are some notable books on cows and their protection.

1. Cow Care – International Society for Cow Protection (ISCOWP)

Author: Valerie Porter 

This book provides a comprehensive guide to cow keeping, emphasizing the welfare of the cow and organic principles. It covers feeding, housing, breeding, health, milking, and dairy produce, offering sensible information on all aspects of cow care.

2. Cow Protection, An Imperative

Authors: Arun Bhatt and Sarvanarayan Das 

This book discusses the importance of cow protection, advocating for a complete ban on cow slaughter and meat exports. It includes a dialogue at Asia's biggest slaughterhouse and highlights the need for cow protection in agricultural countries.

3. Cow Protection Book

Publisher: ISCOWP 

This book contains quotes from Srila Prabhupada on cow protection, standards for cow protection, benefits of cow by-products, and informative letters from practicing cow protectors.

 

4. Dairy Cattle Selection, Feeding & Management

Authors: William Wodin Yapp and William Barber Nevens 

Summary: This classic book covers selecting dairy cows, feeding, breeding, managing dairy herds, and treating ailments of dairy cattle. It provides practical advice for dairy farmers.

 

5. The Family Cow

Author: Dirk van Loon 

Written by a Cornell graduate with practical experience in keeping a family cow, this book offers insights into family farming and cow care, emphasizing the benefits of having a family cow.

6. Cow Protection & Politics (Hindu Culture)

Author: Dr. M.N. Mehta 

Summary: This book explores the religious and political aspects of cow protection in Hindu culture, discussing the historical and contemporary significance of cow protection and its impact on society