Bucket stuck on calf's head

[littlecowfl]

I use a large bucket to carry the cattle feed out to the pasture and distribute it among the different feeders. I put the empty bucket down for a minute and our young bull calf put his head in it, managed to get one tiny horn stuck behind the handle and then tossed his head until it was behind both horns. Poor calf is not happy. He can breathe and see, but he can't eat, drink or nurse until we get it off. He let me approach him once, but he panicked when I tried to push the bucket up towards his nose to slip it off. My husband just got home so we will be bringing the calf in to the chute to remove the bucket shortly.

Mama and aunties to the rescue.



Daddy wants to help.

[littlecowfl]

It's off!

He just had to calm down a little. As soon as it was off, he nursed like he hadn't eaten in a week. Comfort nursing, no doubt. After some treats for everyone, the herd is settled and quiet again. Bull calf's new nickname is Spaz.

[zephyrhillsusan]

Poor little guy! I'd say "That'll teach him," but it probably won't! They do love their feed, don't they?