A cow whose tiny stature saved her from the slaughterhouse has entered the record books as the world's smallest. Swallow, a Dexter cow from Cheshire, Englang, stands 33.5in tall from hind to foot, shorter than most sheep. The 11-year-old, who is currently pregnant, has produced 9 calves and is described by her owner as the "nanny of the herd". Swallow secured a slot with the tallest dog, longest snake and oldest gorilla in the 2011 Guinness World Records. The tiny cow was born in Newbury, Berkshire in 1999 and bought by the family at a rare breed auction in 2006. "She is really sweet, an asset to the herd," said her owner. The Guinness World Records editor-in-chief said the tiny cow was one of his personal favourites among the 3000 new records. The updated edition of the book was published today.
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