Dreaming of a cow is not very unusual and it’s a dream that usually appears in women. Well, some men also dream about cows since they also have a feminine side.
In a dream, cows symbolize fertility, motherhood, prosperity, and femininity. There are so many positive aspects that are connected to cows inside your dream so you can expect that the interpretations are usually favorable to your waking life.
You don’t have to make blind guesses because we will help you figure out the meaning of your dream.
Cows in your Dreams – Do you have to be Alarmed?
Compared to other animals like snakes, sharks, wolves, and other creatures, dreaming about cows is more on the positive side. However, there are also other negative interpretations depending on how your subconscious mind works.
Let’s figure out the general meaning of the cows in your dreams.
1. Motherhood
This is a pretty general interpretation of cows and it is also the same when you dream about them. They are a symbol of motherhood, fertility, purity, and life. Actually, cows are even considered the universal mother because of their selflessness and their ability to provide for everyone.
Although cows usually portray maternal instincts, it doesn’t mean that this interpretation is only meant for females. Some men also have the same traits as a cow. If you’re a man and you saw a cow in your dream, don’t worry. It only means that you have the traits of a mother.
2. Prosperity
We all want to have great fortune and to be successful in life. This is what cows in dreams represent – abundance. This dream means that you are going to encounter great luck and prosperity in your life.
If you are in a slump right now, dreaming about cows will signify that your life is going to change. You might get promoted or you might get the job that you really want. Good news will swarm your life and your career will have a boost.
3. Wealth
Hindus in India consider Cows sacred and they are considered a symbol of wealth. If you dream about cows, it also means that your financial situation will improve for the better. In Hinduism, cows are also a sign of good luck which is why they don’t eat beef.
You cannot expect anyone to directly give you money. However, your career will improve greatly and your business will flourish.
4. Good Health and Longevity
Cows symbolize good health and long life so if you dream about them, it also means that you will live a longer life. Take note that this kind of dream will still depend on how you live your life.
If you have a lot of bad habits like drinking, smoking, and eating unhealthy foods, you won’t live a long life no matter how many times you dream of cows. Actually, the dream might even be the complete opposite. You might be dreaming of cows because your subconscious mind is telling you to live healthily.
Cow Dream Scenarios and Their Interpretation
1. Dream of Healthy and Fat Cows
It’s a bit difficult to tell if a cow is healthy or not in your dream, but if they are in a pasture and they look happy, it means they are properly taken care of. If you had a cow like this in your dream, it means that you will have a peaceful and fulfilling life.
Although it won’t be smooth sailing all throughout your life, you won’t have to worry about problems that might cause depression or too much anxiety to you. Creating balance and harmony around you will be a piece of cake and you will continue to prosper.
As long as you make the right choices, you will live a healthy and carefree life.
2. Dreaming of Sick and Thin Cows
As we said, dreams about cows are mostly positive, but there are instances where the dream would mean bad luck. This is one of the dreams that would make you take a step back.
If you had this kind of dream, it means that you make a lot of mistakes in your health, finances, and relationships. You may have a lot of vices or you tend to neglect your partner.
This dream can serve as a warning sign that you are neglecting your priorities. Make sure that you control your emotions as well.
3. The Cow is Attacking You
Are you sure that you’re not dreaming about a bull? Well, if you are dreaming about a cow attacking you, it means that you are craving love and attention.
You may have been divorced for a long time and you don’t have any life partners. There is also a chance that your partner is neglecting you, which is the reason why you don’t get enough love.
This dream can also mean that your plans for the future will face a lot of problems. This will affect your current life and cause more stress to you.
4. You’re Bitten by a Cow
Being bitten by a cow is very uncommon since they don’t really bite in real life. Cows are herbivores so when they attack, they often use their horns (if they have one).
Since it’s a dream, everything’s possible. Being bitten by a cow means that you are planning to have a sexual relationship with other people other than your current partner. This dream warns you that you need to be careful with what you’re going to do or you’ll end up shaming yourself.
5. Dreaming of a Black Cow
Even if cows are often related to positive dreams, there are a few negative dream interpretations. If you dream of a black cow, this is a sign of something mysterious. It means that there will be uncertainty in your actions.
This is a warning sign that you have to be careful with your actions as they can affect your future. It can also be a sign of betrayal in your family, friends, and colleagues.
6. Dreaming of a Brown Cow
When brown cows appear in your dreams, you need to fix the problems in your workplace. You have to focus on your career and always think about the things that you will do, especially the things that would affect your work or your colleagues.
This dream also means that the future is bright and you just need to make the right decisions if you want your career to go further. Simplicity is an attribute of the color brown so make simple decisions to achieve success in your career.
7. Dreaming About White Cows
Among the different colors of cows, white gives the most perfect interpretation. This is a great dream for anyone, especially for people who love to travel. This is the color of the cow that brings prosperity to the dreamer.
This dream would mean that you will go out on a journey and you will visit different places. It means that you will probably go out of the country and travel.
Along the way, you will meet new people and you can expand your social connections. New opportunities will also present themselves to you. If you dream about a white cow, it’s time to go out and explore the world. Don’t worry because you will be successful in your endeavors.
8. Catching Cows in your Dream
If you dream about catching cows, it is a positive sign that you need to move out of your comfort zone. You’ve been there for a long time and it’s time for you to go out and explore other options. Use your creativity and try other things.
You need to know your true potential and take risks. If you do this, you can further your career and improve your life.
9. Milking a Cow
This dream is like a confirmation that you’re doing a great job with your life. You are working hard and it is starting to pay off. Success and positive energy are circling your life and it’s only a matter of time before you find success.
Work confidently and always think about your every action. Positive choices will definitely lead to positive results in the near future.
10. Herd of Cows
If you had a dream about a lot of cows, it means that good luck is starting to enter your life. You have to keep working hard so the blessings and benefits that you will get would be abundant as well.
It also shows that you are bringing good luck to your business. You will achieve success in the things that you will do whether it is in romance, career, or business.
11. A Cow is Giving Birth
This is a positive sign, which means that it will affect your life positively. This is an indication of new beginnings and a positive transformation will happen.
An old cycle will come to an end and a new opportunity is going to open for you. Take it and work hard to reach the success that you’re looking for.
Final Thoughts
When you dream about cows, always pay attention even to the smallest details in your dream. Try to remember as many details as possible as it can affect the actual interpretation of your dream.
If you have any unique dreams about cows that you want to be interpreted, you can comment below and will help you.
Melanie
Tuesday 9th of April 2024
My dream started with a Tornado coming and I ran for shelter in a building and I found a cow hidden in a room (he was being fattened but was not big and was brown and white) at first he scared me just surprised but then he cuddled me and we spoke and I was not afraid of the tornado then I went back out of the building and looked to see if the tornado was gone and it left a perfect shape of a skeleton (not the head) but the ribs and spine and I wanted to find my phone to take a picture but missed it. The cuddles I had were me scratching his head and face and he just nestled into me loving it.
Heather
Thursday 28th of September 2023
In my dream a beautifully white well-built cow breaks free of running with other cows and some people across the street from me. The white cow runs into my yard and faces me in the dark. I look at the cow to size her up and see how she is feeling or what she may do. My thoughts are she was being silly when she was galloping with the other cows and when she got to facing me she was more serious. Like she was staring at me sternly at first but not so sternly that she was angry. I was scared of her at first but in awe of her magnificent beauty at the same time. She began to chase me but couldn’t catch me. She was just chasing me around in my front yard like a game. Then I ran in my house and was worried she would get my dogs so I ran to the back of the house to try to close the window before she came in. I didn’t make it in time. She popped her head in so I ran to my fridge and grabbed some milk and handed her a glass of ice cubes and milk and she happily drank it and smiled at me before she ducked her head back out and I closed the window. Then I woke up.
Lucia
Thursday 21st of September 2023
Hello I had this dream: I am at my grandparents farm ( always loved it there. Since I Ieft home, almost 20 years ago I haven't been able to return. I've had this burning desire to go back and visit, and for all of this time, my dreams have become horrors when dreaming of home. This year, all has changed; dreams become are better, they have love in it.) - I am at my grandparents house. In the back garden, I go, I sit on the ground next to a a tree. In the garden, there's lots of cows ( black and white, brown) They are happy large cows. Next to me I see a brown rabbit. I reach to touch him/her as wanting to give him my friendship, in a way, I am a little surprised he/she isn't scared and allows me to give pets. I do this for a while and then I let him be. I continue to sit, as the bunny is sitting in the same spot chewing, the cows are becoming curious. They approach, they look at me and just sit there, with me. Right Behind me, there's a wire fence, an on top, are birds sitting, and critters moving here and there. The entire garden has many different animals. I feel good there, in my element. Contemplating in my head, few worries, but good in general. I get up, I leave and the cows are following me with their looks. And as I enter a little room that's in the garden, I smile and I step inside. They start coming towards me and won't let me close the door. I Laugh a little of how sweet and demanding they are. They lick my hands. This repeats one more time, but this time I try to hide away, but they find me nonetheless.
( in the last couple of weeks, I started to have dreams about cows. First two dreams were about a white cow. Friendly)
Thank you
Liz
Sunday 30th of July 2023
In my dream , I was tring to get a brown cow on a plane . The flight attended told me to put him in the kitchen. So I was tring to fold up a boat and fit the cow and the boat in thi kitchen. One of thi girls was trying to help, as the other man , said he not going to fit in the kitchen. He has to go down below . The girl and I continued and the cow fit.
Janet
Thursday 13th of April 2023
I had a dream at 7 am about flying in the air. I was all over the skies with my hands as my wings but I kept dropping low onto the ground and kept fighting to get back up. I usually get back up though. I was now flying over a cow pasture with many brown cows with white spots on their faces. One with horns ran after me and I kept fighting to stay up so it wouldn't catch me. It didn't but it still stands out in my mind.