Browse resources Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 resources New Calf Information and Care People buying a new calf often have questions about the animal's care. Here are some answers to common questions about food, housing and health care. Jenifer Cruickshank | Feb 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level) Photo Credit: Bob - Adobe Stock (Cropped from original) Can cows find water by smell? Q: How do cows find water, assuming that there is no previous knowledge on the cow's part? There is no substantive evidence that cows can smell water. It seems to be generally agreed upon that cows either stumble upon water ...A: View answer | View all featured questions