Why do cows sit down when it rains?

Question

I mean in a scientific way. Although funny would be nice.

Answer 1

It might be because there bones, they  don't like damp weather has it may get arthritis or rheumatism  very bad.

Answer 2

One word:

Instinct.

Answer 3

They actualy cover their bodies as they don't like getting wet. No scientific reason.

Answer 4

they hate the feeling of wet udders

Answer 5

Coz they don't like moo-ving around in the rain!

(sorry, pretty c**p I know)

Answer 6

cow sit down when it rains becase the cow wanted to get coolness if they will walk they will not get the coolness.

Answer 7

have you seen the size of their legs compared to their bodies?! they would surely slip over if they didn't lie down.  

Answer 8

so that it takes longer for them to get wet cos the rain has further to fall to hit their backs

Answer 9

To keep a patch of grass dry, so when it stops raining they've got something to eat, they prefer dry grass to wet grass - apparently.

Answer 10

To Keep warm in the rain

Answer 11

is to keep the grass dry  

Answer 12

To keep thier lovely Milky Jugs dry, and thier delicate nipples warm , MOOKY MOOKY