The term “cow” specifically refers to a female bovine, which includes various female mammals. In the context of milk production, cows only produce milk after giving birth to a calf. However, as time passes, the amount of milk they produce gradually decreases over the course of a year. Once they have finished producing milk, it is known as the “drying off” period. To obtain milk from a cow again, she needs to be bred, become pregnant, and give birth to another calf. Depending on factors such as breed, environment, and care, cows can go through this reproductive cycle for multiple years.

It’s important to note that a cow that has not yet given birth is called a heifer. Therefore, you can accurately describe her as a cow that has not yet produced milk. In certain cases, the milk a cow provides may not be suitable for consumption after giving birth, especially if it contains blood or is affected by mastitis (an inflammation of the udder). In such situations, the milk is discarded until the issue is resolved.