Had a new heatwave x simmy heifer born this past Friday. A bit flustered after seeing it though. The calf seems to be a bit bow legged at her hocks while standing. When walking, they seem fine. Is this something that will get better as the calf gets stronger or will it be present from now on?
Newborn question
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SSIMMENTALS
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Don't know about your specific situation, but we have had a few stand weird for a little while. I think they are just geting accustomed to using those new muscles and standing on their own two feet. (Or I guess I should say four!). I'm no vet, but I wouldn't be concerned unless it gets worse or doesn't improve in a week or two.
SeannyT
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I agree I wouldn't worry about it unless problems start occurring. I've had calves that worried me a bit the first few days with how bow legged their back legs looked...couldn't notice anything wrong in a few weeks and turned out fine.
