In many documented cases, a large steer will adopt a small goat as his "partner." The goat will often sleep directly against the cow’s flank for warmth. If a stranger approaches, the cow will stand over the goat, creating a physical barrier. This level of protective devotion is a hallmark of a deep pair bond.
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As the genre gains traction on niche e-reader platforms and self-published Amazon categories (look for "LGBTQ+ Pastoral Ruminant Romance"), we are witnessing the birth of a literary movement. It is patient, like a cow. It is chaotic, like a goat. And it is, against all odds, profoundly beautiful. "allogrooming" (affectionate licking/cleaning)