Tiny Lamb Gets a Second Chance
A newborn lamb who was rejected by his mother is now thriving thanks to dedicated care at a farm in Surrey.
Bean, born on 17 February at Godstone Farm, was the smallest in his litter. Because of his size, he struggled early on and needed immediate, constant attention to survive.
Round-the-Clock Care
When his mother did not accept him, staff stepped in.
Richard Ide, the farm’s livestock manager, began hand-rearing Bean. That meant bottle feeding him every few hours, day and night, and closely monitoring his health.
Newborn lambs are especially vulnerable in their first days. They must stay warm, feed well and build strength quickly. Therefore, quick action made all the difference.
A Homemade Touch
To help Bean stay warm, one of the other managers’ mothers knitted him a small jumper. The handmade sweater keeps his body temperature stable, which is crucial for undersized lambs.
The jumper has also made Bean something of a favourite among staff and visitors.
Now Doing Well
After several challenging days, Bean has turned a corner.
“He’s through the harder stages, so he’s doing absolutely fine now,” Ide said.
With steady feeding and care, Bean continues to gain strength. Staff remain watchful, but they are optimistic about his future.
For now, the tiny lamb who had a rough start is proving that a little extra care — and a knitted jumper — can go a long way.
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