Why Cows Chew Even After Feeding Have you ever noticed your cows lying down and still chewing long after they’ve eaten? That’s not just a habit, it’s a sign of good health! Cows are ruminant animals, meaning they have a four-chambered stomach that allows them to digest tough feeds like grass and hay efficiently. When a cow eats, it first swallows the feed quickly into the rumen, where it’s stored and lightly fermented. Later, when the cow is resting, it brings back the partially digested feed, c