The bitter cold, snowy weather is the perfect time to begin calving season, isn't it? Last Sunday, the first two calves of the year were born and one more was added yesterday. It's always fun to go out to the yard this time of year when Chelan and Duane are checking for new calves. They can show up in the strangest of places, like on the other side of the creek. Sometimes, the mothers know exactly what to do, and other times they have to be coaxed along a bit. Luckily, the first three seem to have capable mothers - although one is a bit jumpy and kind of schizophrenic - jumping up and out of the pen yesterday!
Thankfully, we're looking at warmer temperatures in the next few days and these calves can enjoy running around outside! And we won't have to worry about newborn calves quite as much.
Thankfully, we're looking at warmer temperatures in the next few days and these calves can enjoy running around outside! And we won't have to worry about newborn calves quite as much.
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| This mother is super-protective and was not a fan of my camera! Calf #1 |
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| Calf #2 |
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| Trying to tag a rather strong calf! |
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| Could it be? Working TOGETHER to figure the tagger out. |
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