Lucky I have an understanding boss as in late for work excuses............this was the reason this morning..........see the girl on the left with the waters hanging out of "you know where"
things were not happening so with my neighbours help (after me trying for 20 mins and still ending up under the same tree) we started heading her to the yards and she was much more agreeable on heading were we wanted with 2 of us.........she progress slighty so decided to leave her in a paddock beside the yards "just in case"...........
I went off to work and at lunch time the neighbors rang.......they are so good.............they went to check and decided she did need "pulling" that is get the heifer in the cattle crush which holds her in place from moving tooo much and putting ropes into the heifer onto the legs of the calf and pulling the calf out..........Yep Keryn @ Christmas Creations I told you it's a job you want to avoid..........they had to rush off but the calf was alive and breathing but not on it's feet when they left........
I have helped pull calves before but I stress helped as in passing stuff and helping pull.........I'm not anywhere interested in putting my arm into "you know where"..... besides my arms are way to short........and I'm sticking to that excuse..........
Anyway when I got home first stop was to check her............and her little boy popped up and went looking for a drink of milk............a good end to the day..........
brought a thanks treat home for the neighbours too............
yes that is a storm in the background of the photo but no rain for us..........its very dry again the constant heat has zapped everything...........but it was a little cooler today and there is a glorious breeze blowing tonight.............no air con or fan needed...........
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not sure when I am back.........off to Girls Day in the Country GDITC Friday.......OMG getting excited...........can't wait to see all my bloggy peeps............and also enjoy a workshop with Anni Downs @ Hatched and Patched organised by Kerry @ Cottage on the Hill in Nundle.............
Catch you later.......
Chookyblue........
25 comments:
A good outcome for the day. I hope you are all packed for Friday. Have fun.
That's a happy result. Have an awesome weekend......you deserve it!
A good way to end your day. Cant wait to see you at Nundle
OMG!!!! The image in my head is gross. Poor calf being hauled out like that. I have heard about it and often wonder why they don't birth themselves easily. Talk about multitasking girl! LOL.
Yes, you do have good neighbors.... glad it all worked out. Enjoy your girls weekend.
Glad all is well with Mom and her little one! I've heard of pulling a calf, but have not witnessed it, and that's okay with me! Have fun with your peeps!!!!!
So much excitement for one day Chooky, everything is great.
Greetings,
Sylvia
Enjoy some stitching time with friends and leave the calf pulling to Mr Chooky, who hopefully has long arms!
Been there and done that! Lucky you getting to attend a workshop with Anni. You deserve it, Chooky. Have Fun.
Mama Bear
Nothing better than good neighbours and what a sweet little calf.... I know you will have a heap of fun at Nundle and I'm looking forward to seeing pics around blogland...
Hugz
I wish we had close neighbours to check once in a while...calving will be starting for us in April and I'm looking forward to it...hopefully we won't have to pull any...one can hope.
looking forward to seeing you.
I am glad we have never had to pull a calf. I have pulled lambs and I think something kind of takes over in the moment and you just get the job done.
OMG, what a way to start the day. Yep you sure are right that is not something you want to be a part of and the thought of me putting my arm up you know where nearly makes me want to pass out on the floor! My day looks all sunshine and roses compared to that. Have a wonderful time in Nundle and kick those heels up!!
hi Chooky wow the things you need to do on a farm,glad it had a good outcome as i still remember your poor cow a few years back.
Whoo hoo cant wait to catch up with you all on Friday,see you soon my friend xx
Alwys fun things happenng down your way...1 sleep for me - 2 til I see you!!
Oh that's so exciting, will be happy to check out this new one when i visit next week, so excited to be saying that.
Gosh, never a dull moment in your world Chooky. Very glad it ended well. have a wonderful time on the weekend!
its such a great feeling when the little one is out and then trying to get up to mum.
Great neighbours are a blessing, and it seems you have real treasures for yours. Enjoy your weekend!
What an experience helping a calf to be born! I look forward to reading all about the Nundle weekend. The girls at Sunday Stitchers were excitedly organising the trip at the last meet up on Sunday last.
Wonderful result, hope you enjoyed the rest of the week end :)
Gee you have all the fun ... LOL .. Super excited can't wait to hug you x
Hmm I'm with you Chooky.. Wouldn't want to stick my hand into "you know where " either .. What lovely neighbours ...a lovely little Cld after all that...
Have the best relaxing time at Nundle....
Lovely result and I would be sticking with "arms too short" excuse for the rest of my life!!! Have a wonderful time this weekend.... I'll be thinking of you and I'm sending a cyber hug with this comment xxxxxx
Pleased to hear it ended well! We got some rain here around 4.30 this morning. The Nundle get together always sounds fantastic, I just never seem to see it advertised anywhere . Have an amoozing time with all the other bloggers!
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