Hypothesis 2: Infectious	

The calf  could have developed an infection in its joints or legs due to trauma 
from other 
cows or improper bandaging techniques while trying to repair a fractured leg. .  
The TPR is also elevated which is supportive of a systemic infection.  There is 
a 
draining tract with purulent exudate coming from the wounds on the legs is 
indicative of 
an infection.  There is crepitance within the leg which can be a symptom with 
osteoarthritis.  If the leg was bandaged improperly this could lead to an 
infection.  The 
wounds on the legs could also introduce an infection that could spread 
hematogenously to 
the joints.

There are visible lacerations on the metacarpus which could have been caused 
from the chains from the FrankÕs jack during partruition.  These lacerations 
would be an entry portal for infection.