In cold weather, animals, like humans, are at risk of conditions such as hypothermia and frostbite. It’s heartening to see people go the extra mile to keep them warm.

For instance, a farmer from Rossville, Indiana, named Dean Gangwer, found an unexpected surprise on his property one chilly morning in 2015.

Unaware that one of his cows had given birth during the night, Dean discovered the newborn calf lying on a pile of snow, struggling in the cold.

Realizing the calf needed urgent help, Dean hurried it to his house, knowing that a hot bath was necessary due to his experience with cattle. Luckily, he had a hot tub ready to serve as the perfect makeshift bath for the calf.

Surprisingly, the unconventional method proved to be a great success. According to Dean, “Leroy and I had a lovely bath for an hour after I got in fully clothed and held him up to prevent him from drowning. We both came out warm, and I think the end story’s going to be great for him.”

After the calming jacuzzi session, the farmer wrapped the calf in warming blankets. Once Leroy’s body temperature stabilized, he was ready to rejoin the herd.

Although the farmer’s quick decision to use his hot tub to save the calf was thoughtful, he mentioned that it would not be a regular occurrence. “Leroy has concluded his hot-tubbing,” he said. “His days in the hot tub are definitely over, but he may still sunbathe occasionally in the grass in the future.”