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Reasons for hair loss

By Dr. Ken Linde January 30, 2009

A Cattlemen subscriber recently wrote: We have had a calf born and after only two weeks he has lost 80 per cent of his hair, mostly along his spine and head and legs. It is very sad. None of the other cows or calves is suffering from this. Someone mentioned there is a rare allergy […] Read more

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Freemartins

By Dr. David Hamilton January 30, 2009

Question: I have a cow who had a set of twins, one heifer and one bull calf. The heifer calf is very nice and we do intend to keep her for further breeding. I have heard opinions that heifers coming from a mixed set of twins might not be fertile. What is your knowledge about […] Read more

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Forage is a source of disease (if not put up properly)

By Dr. Phil Andersen January 30, 2009

Forage management is one of the most important factors in success of a cattle operation. Forage can be a source of sickness, a major determinant in profit, and a major area of labor and financial investment. Adequate forage intake is essential for every bovine over three months of age. As the rumen develops as a […] Read more

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Beware the evil eye

By Dr. Ken Linde January 30, 2009

Picture the cow you have just discovered with a rotting, maggot-filled cancer eye, or one with an eye injury that has popped the eye out. No doubt your first response is “We’ve got to do something for this poor animal!” Why? Well, not only because they present a gruesome sight, but more so because we […] Read more

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Dart guns may do more harm than good

By Dr. Joyce Van Donkersgoed January 30, 2009

Occasionally cattle get sick on pasture and we have to treat them. They may have pinkeye, foot rot, pneumonia or some other ailment that requires individual treatment. Since the cattle are out on grass, and handling facilities are usually not close by, there are only a few options for treatment. If the disease is a […] Read more

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Mycotoxins in livestock feeds

By Barry Blakley January 5, 2009

Most mycotoxins are extremely potent and produce clinical disease at very low levels in contaminated feed Proper nutrition is an important aspect of livestock production. In many instances, the emphasis is placed on vitamin, mineral, protein and energy content of the ration. With appropriate ration formulation, the producer can control these basic nutritional factors. Unfortunately, […] Read more

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Reasons for hair loss

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Forage is a source of disease (if not put up properly)

Beware the evil eye

Dart guns may do more harm than good

Mycotoxins in livestock feeds

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