Across cow-calf country, the 2022 calf crop is becoming visible on rapidly greening pastures. Tech services veterinarians Tony Hawkins, DVM, and Ray Shultz, DVM, share some tips looking toward the months ahead:
- Umbilical infections are a real thing
- Scours is one of the gravest challenges affecting young calves
- Check right away for calf vitality
- During springtime, take steps to prevent summer pneumonia
- Implement strategies to shield against pinkeye
Source: Drovers, April 29, 2022. Link.