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correct position. Having accomplished this and both legs are now straightened out, the birthing won't take long.
Two legs bent back: In this case to correct the position, attach the lamb-puller onto the head. Try to bring one leg down into position, then the other, be careful not to push the head back any farther than necessary. Attach a noose of cord onto each leg as you get them out then pull the lamb.
Should you be unable to get your hand pass the head to reach the legs, raise the ewe's hind end, with anything that can be used as a prop, such as a bale of hay etc. , this will give you more space to work.
Two legs bent back: In this case to correct the position, attach the lamb-puller onto the head. Try to bring one leg down into position, then the other, be careful not to push the head back any farther than necessary. Attach a noose of cord onto each leg as you get them out then pull the lamb.
Should you be unable to get your hand pass the head to reach the legs, raise the ewe's hind end, with anything that can be used as a prop, such as a bale of hay etc. , this will give you more space to work.