Nine heads of cattle were trampled during the stampede.
Matthew has 171 head of cattle after the stampede. He wants to recovery 20 from the cattle rustlers. He is focused on the value of the cattle. He would need to actually sell the cattle to make money.
Nine head of cattle were trampled during the stampede. There was plenty of fresh meat. Matthew did not need to hunt for meat for supper.
Sully washes Dr. Quinn's back. He kisses her passionately.
Matthew is being hypocritical. He stole a cow from Miss Olive to feed Ingrid. He should be willing to give away a cow or two to the Indians.