Gregory Berns is a neuroscientist known for his work with dogs and researching the way they think.
But after embarking on a new life as an amateur farmer - it was cows that caught his attention.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Greg and wife Kathleen bought an 85-acre farm.
But mowing the ever-increasing paddocks proves to be a major issue for Greg. And so he brings in cows to do the job for him.
It doesn't take long before Greg forms a special bond with his herd, in particular BB, his 'cowpuppy'.
Understanding BB and the others in the miniature Zebu herd is the catalyst behind Greg's new book Cowpuppy:
An Unexpected Friendship and a Scientist's Journey into the Secret World of Cows.
This is Greg's sixth book - he is more well known for his work with dogs - and he has also written about how human memories and the narratives from them continue to alter our identity.
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