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Sahiwal Cow

Pakistan's premier indigenous dairy breed, prized for heat tolerance and tick resistance.

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OriginSahiwal District, Punjab, PakistanThe Cattle Sitechecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
PurposeDairyThe Cattle Sitechecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
TemperamentDocile and calmThe Cattle Sitechecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Average Weight400–600 kgNote: Cows; bulls are heavier (up to ~700 kg).The Cattle Sitechecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Milk Production6–12 L/dayNote: ≈2,100–2,750 kg over a ~300-day lactation; up to 4,000–5,000 kg on well-managed farms.Dairy Knowledge Portalchecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Lactation Period9–10 monthsNote: Typically ~300 days.Dairy Knowledge Portalchecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Heat ToleranceExcellent: bred for hot, arid climates; tick-resistantThe Cattle Sitechecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence

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