VACCINATION & DEWORMING PROGRAMS

Vaccination & Deworming programs in the herd are tailored to protect against the diseases prevalent in the area and specific diseases on individual farms. Herd owners should consult their veterinarians for specific vaccination & deworming protocols for your area.

Most vaccinations are initiated between 4 and 5 months of age, when maternal protection gained from colostrum has subsided. Some vaccinations may need to be repeated, while others are single injections. It is extremely important to follow all label directions to insure peak immunity or protection.

Many of the diseases that cause infertility and early embryonic death or abortion can be prevented with proper vaccination procedures.

Again, the type of vaccination will depend on the diseases that have been isolated on a specific farm or are found in your specific region.

Following is a list of typical management procedures and vaccination protocols. These can vary depending on the area of your farm location or specific diseases that have been isolated on your farm. This protocol should only serve as a guide, as specific vaccination questions should be directed to your veterinarian.

The Newborn (1 to 10 days of age):

• Inject with 3 cc Vit E and Selenium at birth (white muscle disease)
• Inject with 2 cc Vit A and D (calves are born with small reserves)
• Tattoo and/or Identify calf

One Month Calf:

• Dehorn with electric dehorners
• Vaccinate with 7-way clostridium
• Measure height and weight when removed from the hutch

2 to 5 Months:

• Clean and disinfect hutches when calf is removed
• Start fly control program (summer months), concentrate on udder area if using sprays
• Monitor weight, height, body condition scores
• Continue coccidia control
• Strategic deworming if turned out to pasture

5 to 6 Months:

• Vaccinate for brucellosis
• Vaccinate with 7-way clostridium (repeat in 3 weeks)
• Vaccinate for IBR, PI3, BVD, BRSV * * (follow label directions for repeating procedure) * * (Use the modified live product, keep calves away from adult cows)
• Deworm
• Check for extra teats
• Measure weight, height, and body condition score

6 to 13 Months:

• Monitor weight, height, and body condition score
• At 13 months * * , repeat IBR, PI3, BVD, BRSV- modified live product (MLV)· * At least 45 days prior to breeding
• Vaccinate for leptospirosis
• Deworm

Pregnant Heifers:

• Monitor weight, height, and body condition score
• Maintain sound nutritional management for adequate growth
• Maintain coccidia control and strategic deworming program
• Vaccinate as directed by your veterinarian