This home in the narrow alleys of Jaisalmer in the Indian state of Rajasthan is guarded by a cow. And guarded well, by the looks of him. I certainly kept my distance.
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This home in the narrow alleys of Jaisalmer in the Indian state of Rajasthan is guarded by a cow. And guarded well, by the looks of him. I certainly kept my distance.
Chubby Chatterbox says
Apr 24, 2013 at 15:12I think I met this cow on my recent trip to Jaisalmer. They seem to like eating cardboard boxes.
Daniel McBane says
Apr 24, 2013 at 19:44Cardboard did seem to be their snack of choice. I guess that makes a guard cow quite a bit cheaper to take care of than a guard dog.
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Shalu Sharma says
Apr 27, 2013 at 08:22I agree, the cow will scare the thieves away. Mind you, to shoo the cow away all you need to do is to throw little bit of grass and you’re done.
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Daniel McBane says
Apr 27, 2013 at 13:59That’s good to know for anyone traveling to India, although finding grass in Jaisalmer might prove a little difficult.
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Shalu Sharma says
May 4, 2013 at 10:10Daniel, you can get grass but perhaps at a hefty price. Use hay or some other cow food.
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Daniel McBane says
May 4, 2013 at 14:44I was only joking–I actually saw quite a bit of grass in the Thar desert. Besides, as Chubby Chatterbox mentioned above, the cows really seem to enjoy eating cardboard…
Corinne says
Apr 27, 2013 at 19:24I think I have a photo of that same cow. My photo is definitely taken in Jaisalmer…what do you think? http://www.rovingvails.com/blog/2011/12/31/things-that-make-me-happy-holy-cow-happy-new-year/
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Daniel McBane says
Apr 27, 2013 at 19:45You’re right, they look very similar…not quite the same, but there’s a good chance they’re related…
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Agness says
May 1, 2013 at 16:02C’mon Daniel. Were you scared of this little cow:)? Don’t be silly 😛
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Daniel McBane says
May 1, 2013 at 17:25Little? Look at his eyes. I think he wanted to eat me…