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Not very long. It may need to be put down eventually because it will not be able to move around normally anymore.

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Q: Can a calf live when its hoof is coming off?
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Can baby calf regrow hoof when it is injured?

It's really hard to say, but its highly likely that it may not grow back. Of course it depends on the nature and severity of the injury itself. If the hoof is cut clean off, then its likely it won't; but if only a part of it is missing and the calf is still quite young, it's possible, but still unlikely.


Can a broken hoof grow back on a baby calf?

If it's just broken and not broken off completely, likely yes. If the latter, chances are it may not grow back.


Is it bad when the frog part of a horses hoof comes off?

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What is the scraping from the horses hoof called?

If you mean the part of the hoof taken off by a farrier then it's usually just called a hoof trimming.


How long does a moose live with its parents?

A calf will normally only live with its mother (called a cow) for a year. A calf can be separated from its mother is if it chased off by bull who wants to mate with its mother during the rut. Calves are mostly chased off by their mother in late May, right before she gives birth. If a cow does not become pregnant, the calf can stay with its mother for two years.


What is the brush on the opposite side of the hoof pick used for?

It can be used to brush the dirt out of the hoof. Sometimes, it's also used to brush the mud off of the outside of the hoof.


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How long does it take for the umbilical cord to fall off a baby calf?

The umbilical cord is ruptured when the calf is born. The remainder of the umbilical cord will fall off the calf after a few days.


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My horses frog outgrew it's hoof how do i fix it?

The frog should not have outgrown the hoof. If the frog appears too large for the hoof, that likely means the farrier took too much hoof off. You should call you equine vet and have them come out and see if the horse may need a farrier that specializes in this type of issue.


What can you use to remove hoof polish?

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How long does it take for the umbilical cord to fall off the baby?

The umbilical cord is ruptured when the calf is born. The remainder of the umbilical cord will fall off the calf after a few days.