cow care

Simply put, our cows come first. Their happiness is a top priority at Lucky 7 Diary, that is why we are constantly discovering new ways to help our cows stay healthy and comfortable—no matter the season.

We, like most dairy farmers, use guidelines outlined in the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Animal Care Program to ensure their cows are well-cared for by providing them with a nutritious diet, plenty of water and well-ventilated, well-lighted barns—all of which help keep cows healthy. We use ‘free stall’ housing for our Each cow has access to their own free stall, bedded with sand, and hooked up to a water source. The sand in their beds is replaced 2-3 times a week for clean and comfortable conditions for the cow. In addition to 24 hr access to water and food, the temperature of the cow, and the barn, is also extremely important to their well being. To ensure they are comfortable, each barn is equipped with retractable curtains surrounding the perimeter of the barn. These curtains are utilized to protect the cows from the rain and snow and are dependant on weather conditions. they go up, exposing the cows to the outside elements when it is hot and/or windy to keep the cows cool and they go down when it is cold out to block wind and keep the heat in the barns. In addition to these reactive measures, we also take preventative measures for the cows’ health and happiness. One such measure is through regular check-ups with our in-house (or in-barn) veterinarians where the cows are examined from head to hoof!