Knowing and Managing BRD Risk in Your Herd
Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) occurs when environmental and other stressors weaken a calf’s immune system. Knowing the history of your cattle is one important aspect of determining a calf’s risk for BRD. Producers also should consider the distance the cattle traveled, weather conditions and vaccination records.
Dr. Richard Linhart, professional services veterinarian, Boehringer Ingelheim, discusses more ways to determine BRD risk in your beef herd and effective preventive management practices.
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Brad Haun’s Take on Managing Bovine Respiratory Disease
Education
Can Your Operation Afford to Pay for Sick Days?
Early BRD intervention helps replacement heifers reach their potential
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Antibiotics: Three Steps for Judicious Use
Using antibiotics responsibly benefits both animal and human health
“Many producers know the importance of the judicious use of antibiotics,” said Joe Gillespie, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “It’s about giving the right treatment, at the right time, for the right health concern.”
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Effects of Commingling Beef Cattle
Manage and minimize the risks associated with commingling