We have no had to take Jack, our nrxt oldest goat inside the house, he is lying beside me in the study. He has become verystiff in the cold and couldn't get up yesterday morning. The vet gave him a shot of metacam and doesn't think there is anything really wrong with him other than weakness and arthritis. She thinks he is using all his energy to keep warm and has nothing left for 'strength'. He is much brighter today, but cannot stand unaided, however has now has a degree of control when lying down- yesterday he just fell. We will see how he goes and hopefully a bit of warmth and quiet will see him back on his feet, otherwise we will have to say good bye to him too.
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