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I just wanted to share my brother's experience with a calf having a cleft palate. At first George was awkward to say the least at trying to nurse. My brother began bottling him in addition to leaving him on the cow. Before long though George learned to cover the hole in the roof of his mouth...

At 2 weeks old Gracie is progressing slowly. She has no use of the injured limb. Her pelvis/pin bone drops on the injured side when she stands. She has a big appetite and is growing. Im trying to stay optimistic. Any ideas on how to help her more?

Just a quick not for those of you interested in the progress of the fracture. Gracie is now 6 days old and has been able to get up on her 3 good legs for a little while at a time. She hasn't figured out how to hop around yet, but it will come.

How is she doing now?

The little girl is now 3 days old (Gracie). She still cannot rise fully on her legs. She does more of a crouch. This has not stopped her from crawling around her enclosure any. She is getting stronger each day and has a hearty appetite. I remain optimistic for her.

Thank you Lucky P for your response. I am going to remove her splint and let nature heal her. I agree that the splint may cause too much pressure on the break and impede healing. I am going to remain optimistic with her. I will repost with updates for anyone who is interested in following her...

Thank you for replying Jilleroo. She is bottling well at this time. We gave her a peg leg at this time, but she isnt coordinated enough to stand with it yet.

I need ideas on how to treat or not treat a newborn calf with a broken upper femur bone. It is in a difficult splinting location. The vet says nothing he can do. The calf is 24 hours old and cannot get up using her 3 good legs.