A Holstein calf has melted the hearts of dairy farmers in Australia

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Published March 20, 2023 at 8:32 AM EDT

The cow known as Happy was born with a birthmark that looks like a smiley face. Breeders Megan and Barry Coster say they have never seen a calf with such a unique marking before.

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