I've read this forum for a while and now I need some advice about a young lamb we have.
I obtained a Shropshire lamb (born in April) which I was told had been rolled on by her mother. She was bottle fed, tame and thought it would be a great companion for our orphan. I was told that her back legs were bowed, but he had no trouble walking or getting around. Unfortunately, as time has passed, walking seems more difficult and urine is dribbling and soaking her fleece and faeces are sticking to it. I have dagged her and I am regularly washing her. The poor thing was getting rather smelly!
I know that she will have to go. She's eating and drinking and is part of the flock, but, in the meantime, I would be grateful for any advice in making things easier for her.
Thank you so much.