23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Cows Need a Best Friend Too

While visiting the local County 4-H and Agricultural Fair, I had the opportunity to witness a unique bond between a boy rancher and his cows. The young boy was looking at his phone, completely unaware of the events going on in the surroundings. The cows were munching on hay, apparently very much used to the boy's presence. It was the epitome of animal-human trust.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Lambertville, New Jersey, United States of America
Camera: NIKON Z 8
Copyright: © Graciela Caldero