A sad evening yesterday as our very round pregnant ewe, 32Z, had troubles giving birth.

Special thanks to our helpful neighbour Fred Meister for the assistance he gave me as I played veterinarian on the backside of the ewe.

The first twin was stuck with the head coming out but not showing the front hooves. I had to push the head back in and try to reposition the front hooves.
When I finally pulled the first lamb out, it was dead.

We let the ewe try to deliver the second lamb by herself, but she was unable.
This lamb was turned backwards as her tail was what I found in the birth canal.
I repositioned the back legs and pulled.
This lamb managed to take a few breaths of air but died within the minute.

The ewe survived the ordeal and has plenty of milk but no lambs.

Three ewes remaining for this lambing season.