Nebt Bhakau said:If your character happens to be small, they might also be able to use it as a mount. Medium characters might prefer a cow (or Large characters, a dire cow) because they can ride it, use it as a pack animal, drink the milk, and eat the cheese.
... and, of course, knitting sweaters.
"Ach! He's wearin' a turtleneck of dire sheep's wool! Run away!"