TexasGulfCoast
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I had a calf 5 days old that died tonight. He was doing fine up until the last day maybe two. I kept an eye on him, but it appeared that the mother wasn't tending to him since yesterday. I checked on him this morning and he seemed alittle week, but was standing. Checked on him a couple hours later and he was worse...however it was getting hot! I went and got a bottle and milk replacement...he looked like he had enough strength to nurse. By the time I got back he couldn't stand, but did try to nurse on the bottle...but very weak. Was able to get a few ounces in him and let him take a break for a minute, then he started convulsing. Brought him in to the A/C and he looked like he was turning around...then his breathing increased then stopped! Could I have messed up bottle feeding this calve...is it possible that it went into his lungs? I didn't force it...felt as if he was sucking!? I am fairly new and secong year with calves and so far heathly animals. I feel terrible that he died, but worse if I might have made it worse! But I would like to know, so I don't make the same mistake twice! Thanks, Eric