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Why is my one-year-old calf not standing for days but still eating?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male

our one year calf is not standing he is sitting since two days.He eats and drink but remain sit.Dr told us i dont what type of disease is this. Plzzz help us

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on July 18th, 2017

There are many possible reasons - spinal abscess, hip/pelvis injury, nerve damage, muscle weakness and even toxins such as lead can lead to such signs. A full neurological exam and blood tests to rule out infection and poisoning can be helpful to assess the possibility of recovery

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