Dkb, I don't mean to sound harsh. I have a wee flock, know all their names, scratch their ears and perhaps some are even valuable, however I do not let them suffer for a moment longer than it takes to get a vet or to decide to shoot them when an issue arises. I think farming has to be seen to operate this way. Farmers are under attack from minorities looking to discredit the whole industry through reporting the actions of individuals and they mine the forums and Facebook etc relentlessly. We have a moral duty towards our animals and a similar one to protect our industry from potential harm.

I actually think your vet dropped you in it when he did not dictate a way forward. Leaving you with an obviously injured animal with no pain relief or guidance to go forward with is not good practise in my opinion and left you not a lot of options but to voice your concerns here.

I'm sorry if I offended you.