A resilient one-eyed beauty with a gentle heart.
In Australia, millions of cows live on farms across the country. Most are treated as commodities, valued only for what their bodies can produce. Their existence as sentient beings – capable of feeling, forming bonds, and experiencing emotion – is too often overlooked.
Cows are raised for many purposes: for their meat, their milk, their hides, and even for entertainment. No matter the reason, most will have their lives cut short, with little opportunity to experience true freedom or affection. Even those treated more gently often meet the same heartbreaking end.
Despite their intelligence and emotional depth, cows are frequently underestimated. Much like dogs or cats, they form strong social bonds and experience joy, fear, and grief.
Daisy’s story is different.
She was raised on a farm, but when the farmer decided to move on, she was left behind. Why she wasn’t sold is unknown, but we are grateful that her life continued. With no one assigned to care for her, a kind-hearted person stepped in and took Daisy into her care – and into her heart.
While many might have seen Daisy as a financial opportunity, her rescuer couldn’t bear the thought of harm coming to her. Unable to keep Daisy herself, she was determined to find her a safe and loving future.
Amid the sadness faced by so many other cows, Daisy is among the fortunate few. Daisy is now living safely and freely, able to experience the world as she deserves while she waits for the next chapter of her journey – a forever home.
Daisy is ready to be welcomed into a home as a loved companion, not a commodity. 🤎
Keep reading to learn more about Daisy.
Meet Daisy, a beautiful one-eyed cow with a heart full of resilience and a strong-willed personality. Daisy’s unique perspective on life, likely shaped by her missing eye, has not hindered her ability to thrive and live life to the fullest.
Her love for hay is evident, as she’s often the first to greet you when it’s feeding time. Daisy has proven to be friendly toward humans and can often be hand-fed through fencing, allowing a bond of trust to slowly form with her human friends (with patience and careful navigation).
Daisy is notably large, but her size is appropriate for her age and breed.
She navigates her world confidently, often asserting herself within the herd through the use of her horns. Daisy would be best suited to a home with other horned cows or larger steers; however, it’s important to note that she may use her horns toward other animals (this could be a short-term while she settles into a secure home or a longer-term). This behaviour is likely to assert herself within the herd, given that she has one eye.
Daisy has not displayed aggression toward humans and was able to be treated by a vet and get into the crush. That said, she would do best on a property cared for by an experienced cow owner who understands herd dynamics and can help guide her appropriately.
Of all the animals in the herd, Daisy has been described by the owner as the friendliest with humans and the most trusting. She has gained trust easily.
With cows coming and going nearby, a recently present bull, and calving cows, Daisy has experienced many changes in a short period of time. With some stability and care, we are very confident that she will be a gentler herd member.
Although Daisy may not be suitable for homes with children, she would thrive with someone who appreciates her robust presence and values gentle interaction. Daisy would be well-suited as a loved paddock friend or lawnmower companion.
If you think that you could provide Daisy with a loving home, please click the ‘Apply to adopt‘ button below to contact us and start your adoption journey today.
Please note:
– Daisy has only one eye; the other has healed and grown over completely. After a recent vet check, the vet believes that the eye may have been removed.
– Last had a vet check: 5th January 2026
– Wormed: 5th January 2026
– Vaccinated: 5th January 2026
– An experienced farm animal adopter is best suited for Daisy. (Not to be used for farming, such as breeding, processing, fur or other – to be adopted as a companion/pet only)
🚚 Transport to be determined upon adoption application. The adopter will need to cover part of the cost of using a professional transporter. Adoption donation applies.
