
Tag Archives Cody Creelman

Quarantine comes with a ‘devastating’ cost
There are roughly 10,000 cattle under quarantine, and every animal can cost as much as $3 a day in feed and yardage

When it comes to bovine TB, a closed herd is a safer herd
Bovine tuberculosis usually isn’t discovered until an animal reaches the packing plant

Show me the money: The lowdown on preconditioning
Preconditioned calves are healthier, grow faster, and grade higher — but can cow-calf producers make money on the practice?

Tips to reduce stress and up safety when handling cattle
It starts with keeping cattle calm and identifying hazards in your current handling facilities, say experts

Everyone will benefit if calves are preconditioned, says vet
Preparing calves for the feedlot reduces antibiotic use and improves feed efficiency and animal health

Telling farming’s story — the good, the bad and the ugly
Airdrie vet Cody Creelman says being open and honest takes away power from foes of livestock production

Don’t rush when upgrading or replacing a handling system
You’ll be living with any changes for a long time, so it pays to do your research and seek expert advice

Alberta vet’s social media campaign pays off for his Ukrainian friend
Airdrie vet Cody Creelman helps a vet in Ukraine win a bovine ultrasound
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