Modern farming is rapidly evolving with the integration of advanced technology, and calf care is no exception. Recently, I saw some new things that may help improve calf health and well-being, and it might include some things we've never thought of.

Scour-prevention vaccines have been a staple in veterinary medicine for what feels like forever. I was taught they are integral to any vaccination protocol – something I accepted without much question. While you occasionally hear about vaccine site reactions or even cases of anaphylaxis, these are often brushed off and considered part of the process. But now there are advancements in concentrated antibody products that give me confidence to challenge the status quo.

In this article, we will explore a real-world case that illustrates the hazards of improper colostrum handling and provides guidelines for optimizing your colostrum bank to ensure the highest-quality colostrum reaches your calves.

As dairy calves enter the world with immature immune systems, it is crucial to lay a robust foundation of immunity against bovine respiratory disease (BRD) during their early weeks and months. Intranasal vaccination is a good option to help protect young calves against BRD-causing pathogens. This article outlines six steps to effectively administer an intranasal vaccine.

It’s no surprise that heifer survivability is 1 of 10 drivers that can affect net farm income. While treating a few cases of calfhood pneumonia every now and again may not seem like a big problem, these costs go beyond treatment and can accumulate over the lifetime of a dairy animal. Young heifers have a big job ahead of them as future members of the milking herd, and a case of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) during their first few months of life can quickly close the window of opportunity for reaching their full potential.