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World record for tallest cow ever
Blosom with her owner Patty
Blosom towered over her owner at more than 6ft tall.

Holstein cow measured over 6ft tall

Much-loved cow Blosom has been recognised as the tallest cow ever in the Guinness World Records, after sadly passing away earlier this year.

Blosom towered over her owner Patty Meads-Hanson at a staggering height of 190cm - more than 6ft tall.

Patty had owned the female Holstein cow since she was just eight weeks old. Remarkably, Patty says she was born to two normal-sized cows but she just kept growing and growing.

Blosom was officially measured by Guinness World Records in May last year. Footage was taken of her wandering around open, lush green farmland at her home in Orangeville, Illinois.

“The funny thing about Blosom was how unaffected she was by all the attention that seemed to surround her," said Patty. "As long as she had her oats, and daily chin rubs and ear scratches, life was good."

Blosom sadly passed away at the age of 13 in May of this year due to an irreparable leg injury.

Patty said she treated Blosom like any other pet and loved spending time with her in the field.

"I will cherish our memories forever... I am excited for the world to meet Blosom soon in the [Guinness World Record] 2016 edition, but I know it will be very bitter-sweet."

Guinness World Records editor-in-chief, Craig Glenday said he was "devastated" to hear of Blosom's death. "She was such a friendly and gorgeous animal and her owner equally as wonderful and took such great care of her.

"She is definitely one of the standout highlights in our upcoming book and we hope the world enjoys seeing the pictures of her."

Image © Guinness World Record

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.