Cow Scratches Ass With Tool

[Axtremus]

The world now has evidence of a cow scratching its ass with a tool.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/19/science/animals-cows-intelligence-tools.html?unlocked_article_code=1.F1A.lJKT.C3b2bHAJa7C2

It's a big deal because, previously, cows are not known to use tools, at least not on their own.

[RealPlayer]

And don’t bears scratch their backs by rubbing against tree bark?

[CHAS]

Udder Bull****?

It is a common practice to tie burlap bags to a cable and secure it high on a pole and to the ground. The bags are soaked with and insect repellent.
The cows use it to scratch what itches. The insect repellent helps keeps the flies away.