
Tag Archives vaccinations

Why closed cattle herds are like unicorns
It takes extraordinary measures to truly have a closed herd, and that’s why vaccinations are needed

Calculating the bottom line on not vaccinating cows
Not vaccinating herds comes with a cost — these two calculators put a number on potential losses

Rabies case in farm cat prompts vaccination warning
Two people were recently bit by a farm cat that likely contracted rabies from a bat

Vaccines made simple(r) — basics you need to know
Here are some tips to cut through the confusion and help you decide on the best protocol for your ranch

Get as much health information as you can when buying cattle
Beef 911: Producers are doing a good job of caring for their cattle but often this information is not passed on to buyers

Preconditioning is good for the entire cattle industry
Beef 911: There are a multitude of benefits but producers need to be compensated for the extra work and risk

You can still get good protection by vaccinating very young calves
Beef 911: The label may say it’s not approved for young calves, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t work

Spend a little now and make money later
Reduced death loss, fewer open cows, and reduced shedding are major benefits from a proper vaccination program

Biosecurity practices for horses
Horse Health: Infectious organisms are effective ‘hitchhikers’ so avoid sharing water buckets and equipment at shows
Anthrax strikes two cattle operations near Fort Vermilion
If an animal dies suddenly on your property, do not move it and call a veterinarian for a diagnosis
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