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National GeographicIn an Austrian mountain village, a pet Swiss brown cow named Veronika uses rakes and deck brushes to reach stubborn itches, carefully controlling how she handles each tool. With years to experiment and an environment filled with objects to explore, scientists now recognize her behavior as the first documented case of tool use in cattle, raising questions about just how intelligent cows are. Learn more at the 🔗 in bio.
On the profile · Jan 21, 2026