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Breaking the 'become lame and stay lame' mentality

Too often, cows become lame, stay lame and leave the herd. In understanding the seven key factors that reduce chronic lameness, farms can break the “become lame, stay lame” cycle.

July 21, 2023

Karl Burgi

The latest data shows between 2% and 54% of dairy cows worldwide can be lame in a given year.

Consider heifer housing to reduce the risk of corkscrew claws

Corkscrew claws are a hoof abnormality that can affect the milking herd in the earliest stages of life. Facility design and management can aid in preventing this hoof issue.

June 21, 2023

Eliza Ruzic

In heifer and milking barns, more dairy cows are developing the hoof abnormality known as corkscrew claws, which increases lameness, shortens the productive life span of cows and decreases operational profitability.

Mycoplasma bovis: A bacteria unlike the others

An in-depth look at this worldwide pathogen.

June 6, 2023

Elizabeth Dore

One study done in 11 herds who had a history of BRD found M. bovis in 20% of the pre-weaned calves tested. It was the only bacteria associated with lung lesions seen on ultrasound, clinical scores of respiratory disease and lower average daily gains.

The importance of bovine obstetric training – Part 2

Provide support in the calving pen and maternity area by defining expected communication, newborn calf care and recordkeeping.

March 9, 2023

Ryan Breuer and J P Martins

Part two of strategies for successful calving, positive dystocias outcomes and prevention of stillbirths. Outlining expected communication protocols, prioritizing newborn calf care and accurate recordkeeping are key areas to focus on.

Take a 360-degree approach to the new Dairy Code of Practice

Producers, processors, veterinarians and consumers will look at animal care from all sides.

March 1, 2023

Katie Coyne

“Don’t think that we can educate our way out of consumers not knowing how we care for our cows – we can’t just say, 'Trust us.'”—Dr. Kelly Barratt

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%.

Be proactive to maximize animal comfort

Be prepared with new or remodel barn ideas when the new Code of Practice is released in 2023.

February 2, 2023

Amelie Mainville

The draft of the Code of Practice contains new ideas for cow comfort and sustainability for the future of dairy in Canada. Be prepared as you think about remodels and new barn builds.

Lasting through lactations: Longevity in dairy cows

Several factors contribute to longevity in dairy cows, such as cow comfort, health, management practices and genetics.

January 17, 2023

Aaron Henderson

Longevity is defined simply as: long existence. Dairy farmers must work day in and day out to ensure their cows have a long existence on their farm.

Is hemorrhagic bowel syndrome killing your most productive cows?

Predisposing factors that cause hemorrhagic bowel syndrome and management practices to prevent it in herds.

January 3, 2023

Angela Rowson

Hemorrhagic bowel syndrome (HBS), also known as jejunal hematoma or jejunal hemorrhage syndrome, is a sudden death disease primarily of adult dairy cows.

Handling stress in dairy cattle on the farm

In dairy cattle, as in humans, stress impairs performance, health and well-being. Steps should be taken to reduce exposure to stressors or reduce the stress experienced by dairy cattle to improve productivity and quality of life.

December 8, 2022

David Kirk

Many articles have been published recently that address the impacts of stress on dairy producers as they face challenges related to increasing input costs, greater government regulations, labor issues and more.

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Breaking the 'become lame and stay lame' mentality

Consider heifer housing to reduce the risk of corkscrew claws

Mycoplasma bovis: A bacteria unlike the others

The importance of bovine obstetric training – Part 2

Take a 360-degree approach to the new Dairy Code of Practice

The importance of bovine obstetric training – Part 1

Be proactive to maximize animal comfort

Lasting through lactations: Longevity in dairy cows

Is hemorrhagic bowel syndrome killing your most productive cows?

Handling stress in dairy cattle on the farm

Navigating a bovine tuberculosis investigation: One vet’s experience

Preweaned calf rumen development: How it shapes heifer growth and future milk production

How rising temperatures are affecting dairy cow fertility in Canada

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