"It's not for everyone, I'll admit," Mark said. "But John has a real gift with the animals. He's helped us reduce stress and improve the overall health of our herd."
Meet John, a farmhand who's taking calf care to a whole new level – literally calf sucking man on farm
The Unlikely Calf Sucker: One Man's Unique Role on the Farm "It's not for everyone, I'll admit," Mark said
The farm's calf mortality rate has decreased significantly since John started his calf-sucking duties. The calves appear healthier, more robust, and better equipped to handle the challenges of growing up on the farm. The calves appear healthier, more robust, and better
"I started doing this about five years ago, when I worked on a smaller farm," John explained, as he carefully guided the calf's head towards his mouth. "The farmer taught me that sometimes, calves just need a little extra help getting the hang of nursing. It's amazing how much of a difference it makes."