Once the process started with the cows it wasn't that bad. They watched as they went down in line and into the little "trap" thingy, as you can tell I have a lot to learn :) I don't know what its called but the cows go in and get caged in so they can get vaccinated. The kids were enthralled by this, and found it very interesting.
But, now it was time for the calves. They sat and tried to pet them before they were moved down the line into their little cage thing. This time it was a little different, first they were babies so the kids were a little sensitive. Then when they are put into the cage thing it tips the baby to its side so they can brand it. Needless to say the kids had a hard time watching this, and Rylie is glad she isn't a baby cow.
I am so glad we went and watched, I have never seen this process before and enjoyed watching and learning about what they were doing.
Even though they were a little shooken up over this, they have recovered. Later that night the kiddos went with Grandpa Joe to help care for a sick calve and pour water into its system. I guess they both were great little caretakers and helped the calf get up and get to its mama after being sick for 3 days. They both were gleaming about how much they loved helping the baby feel better!
