Emergency calf survival: A vet's tips for when things go wrong

Things don't always go to plan on the farm at calving time, so it's crucial to know how to take early intervention. Farm vet Hazell Mullins shares her tips for emergency calf survival.
Emergency calf survival: A vet's tips for when things go wrong

Things don't always go to plan on the farm at calving time, so it's crucial to know how to take early intervention. Farm vet Hazell Mullins shares her tips for emergency calf survival.

Enjoying a nice cup of Maher’s coffee over breakfast, while watching cow 1161 calf on the camera, was an idyllic start to an unassuming February morning. 

However, the dramatics weren't long jumping into motion as I spotted the calf emerging within the placental bag with no sign of breaking.

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