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    pics of cow problems and other stuff -- for the newbies

    A note on the list of cattle problems which included "Prolapse" also an important read for those whose cow is having a difficult birth. We had this happen once. It happened to be our first calving. She was supposed to be a Black Angus. We were concerned as her pregnancy developed and...
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    Is there a website that helps determine diagnosis?

    Does anyone know of a website that you can list the symptoms and it helps you determine the diagnosis of the illness or disease based on the symptoms you list? I have been having problems locating a site that has this type of option. Tired of going through ALL the different lists of illnesses...
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    Cow with diarrhea

    A light, mild, temporary case of scours is typical when cattle are moved to fresh green pasture for grazing. Especially is there is high moisture content in the grass and other plants they are eatting. However, there are several warning signs that you want to watch out for, to make sure the...
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    leg cut, bone exposed

    Also forgot to mention in the previous post: Make sure if she can't get up on her own that she doesn't lay completely on her side. If you have to, use cement/concrete blocks or heavy wooden blocks or partial logs to keep her propped up. This will prevent bloat and fluid from getting into her...
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    leg cut, bone exposed

    There are several things that I would suggest. 1. Find someone who has some FRESH comfrey growing, if you can. If you CAN find it, you will want to rubs the large leaves between your hands to "bruise" the leaves. You will then use these as a compress against the wound. It will help pull...
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    Calf from a polled bull growing horns?

    Also, forgot to mention in the previous post. If you have a TRUE purebred Angus (Red Angus or Aberdeen Angus- AKA Black Angus), these are POLLED cattle. If you aren't quite sure what breed you have, you might want to visit: http://www.thebeefsite.com/breeds/beef/ Hope that helps.
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    Calf from a polled bull growing horns?

    Polled vs. Non-Polled (horned) cattle all depends upon their genetics. 1. If you have a polled and you breed to a polled you will get a polled. 2. If you have a polled and you breed to a non-polled (horned), you will get a polled. 3. However, if you then breed a cow with the genes mentioned...
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