Articles Tagged with ''dystocia''

The importance of bovine obstetric training – Part 1

Provide support in the calving pen and maternity area by identifying stages of labor, timing intervention, and calving hygiene, along with assessing presentation, position and posture.
February 25, 2023
Ryan Breuer and J P Martins

Dystocias and stillbirths of dairy cattle have a significant economic impact. Many studies over the years have found that dairy herds can encounter rates of dystocias and stillbirths exceeding 10%.


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Retained placenta causes and treatments

The placenta should shed on its own, but in some instances, nutritional deficiencies or a difficult calving can keep the placenta retained. In this case, producers should monitor the cow for infection and avoid manual and antibiotic treatments.
February 9, 2023
Heather Smith Thomas

Most cows shed the placenta within two to eight hours after calving, and when a cow has not shed the placenta for 24 hours or longer, it is considered retained.


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3 tips to keep in mind this calving season

Make calving season more successful by ensuring adequate colostrum, preventing cold stress and having a calving kit at the ready.
January 16, 2023
Tony Hawkins

Calving season is an exciting time for us all as we gear up to welcome our newest calf crop into the world. Get some tips for making it a success.



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Veterinarians offer advice on resuscitating newborn calves

When faced with a weak or unresponsive calf, producers can clear airways using methods such as acupuncture or tickling the calf's nose to stimulate breathing. Artificial respiration, similar to CPR in humans, is another option.
January 4, 2023
Heather Smith Thomas

After a hard birth, some calves are dull or even unconscious from oxygen shortage and fail to start breathing. But there are things producers can do to help calves start breathing. 


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Be prepared to assist during calving: Part 1

When to intervene and how to identify and navigate common malpresentations
January 2, 2023
Tony Hawkins

You should never hesitate to contact your veterinarian if needed, but I am going to pass on some things I have learned to help you feel more comfortable with calving assistance.


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Calf vitality: The future depends on it

April 14, 2022
Lauren Yanch
Current farming operations often experience a broad set of challenges that can be difficult to mitigate. On dairy farms specifically, calf morbidity and mortality continues to be a prevalent issue that can result in short- and long-term consequences for calf health and farm success.
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