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D. L. Step

D. L. Step

Veterinarian / Boehringer Ingelheim
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Boost cattle health and performance with sustainable deworming

Effective and sustainable parasite management is essential for maintaining animal health and boosting the overall performance of your herd.
December 20, 2024
D. L. Step

Internal parasites can dramatically alter how an animal’s immune system functions, weakening its ability to respond to preventive health protocols like vaccinations.


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Tips to manage stressors and minimize BRD

A common summer challenge is dealing with BRD. Mitigating risk is a critical component of a larger BRD battle plan. Risks can range from new cattle entering the herd to stressors caused by handling, nutrition and environment.
July 10, 2024
D. L. Step

Summer can present a variety of challenges and stressors to beef cattle that can lead to bovine respiratory disease (BRD). Mitigating risk is a critical component of a larger BRD battle plan.


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Kill parasites, avoid resistance with combination treatment

May 24, 2021
D. L. Step
As scientists continue to look for new parasiticides, the cattle industry must look for ways to preserve the efficacy of current and future deworming products on the market.
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Management practices to protect a herd against clostridial diseases

January 24, 2019
D. L. Step
Eliminating spores that cause clostridial disease from a cattle herd’s environment is virtually impossible. Successful treatment of an infected animal is rare, and the first sign is usually death. However, with proper management and vaccination, producers can prevent losses associated with clostridial diseases.
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