A common breed of cow (also known as the Holstein Friesian), recognised by their black and white mottled hides. They are large and heavy, and are primarily used as dairycattle, although they are also farmed for beef. They are the most common breed of cow in the developed world, and make up approximately one third of all dairy cows.
The philosophy, which can be known as Friesian philosophy or Neo-Friesian philosophy, that gets its name from the Kant-influenced German philosopher Jakob Fries.[1] (http://www.friesian.com)
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Friesians in their late teens can be easily recognized due to the gray hair that grows around their eyes and head which later spreads to the legs.
Friesians are thick skinned and therefore not prone to accidents however they have a very high pain tolerance so keep in mind when you're Friesian displays symptoms of sickness or lameness the injury or illness is most probably fairly advanced.
The FriesianHorse, native to the Netherlands in Holland, is known in its native county as a 'Jack of all Trades'.