Whit Hibbard & Dawn Hnatow discuss working with postwean calves and teaching them to be manageable and happy.
. . . in order for our calves to perform well and stay healthy, they not only need enough water, feed, rest, exercise and a comfortable environment, but they also need to be healthy emotionally.
Source: Drovers, January 24, 2019. Link.
Low-stress handlers don’t go out to check calves; rather, they go out to work with them, and if something is sick, they’ll see it.
INSIGHTS: This article offers a true stewardship perspective that can be easily shared via social media, e-newsletters and during VCPR visits.
“Riding for health” is misnamed . . . what we actually do is “ride for sickness.”