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<blockquote data-quote="msscamp" data-source="post: 359217" data-attributes="member: 539"><p>Yes, we've had that problem before. Usually it is a bigger calf that didn't have enough room in the uterus, and the tendons/ligaments aren't like they should be. It can also happen with a hard pull. Either way, help the calf get up, and support him while encouraging him to move around - this will help the tendons/ligaments tighten up, and help to work out the swelling from a hard pull (he'll tire easily, so try to do this a few times a day if you can, and at every feeding). The tendons and ligaments will tighten up like they should be and he should be fine. In the meantime, milk his mother (so her milk production stays up) and bottle him until he is capable of standing long enough to adequately nurse - he will need his strength to get his feet and legs past his hurdle. We are not selenium deficient, so we've never given any drugs for this type of condition - ours have recovered with a little TLC and time.</p><p></p><p>PS I figure you already know this, but just want to cover all bases - be sure to leave him with his mother after you bottle him. Her licking and 'talking' to him will encourage him to get up and try to move around, too. Make sure the pen is big enough that she won't inadvertantly step on him, but small enough that he doesn't have to try to travel a long distance when he wants a snack between feedings. </p><p></p><p>Sorry for the long post. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite10" alt=":oops:" title="Oops! :oops:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":oops:" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="msscamp, post: 359217, member: 539"] Yes, we've had that problem before. Usually it is a bigger calf that didn't have enough room in the uterus, and the tendons/ligaments aren't like they should be. It can also happen with a hard pull. Either way, help the calf get up, and support him while encouraging him to move around - this will help the tendons/ligaments tighten up, and help to work out the swelling from a hard pull (he'll tire easily, so try to do this a few times a day if you can, and at every feeding). The tendons and ligaments will tighten up like they should be and he should be fine. In the meantime, milk his mother (so her milk production stays up) and bottle him until he is capable of standing long enough to adequately nurse - he will need his strength to get his feet and legs past his hurdle. We are not selenium deficient, so we've never given any drugs for this type of condition - ours have recovered with a little TLC and time. PS I figure you already know this, but just want to cover all bases - be sure to leave him with his mother after you bottle him. Her licking and 'talking' to him will encourage him to get up and try to move around, too. Make sure the pen is big enough that she won't inadvertantly step on him, but small enough that he doesn't have to try to travel a long distance when he wants a snack between feedings. Sorry for the long post. :oops: [/QUOTE]
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