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    Protein Tubs

    Not sure if this poster is still around. Id like to hear more about a mix like this. They dont do 3n1 or 4n1 up this way. I called today to see what it may cost ( may have to sub soybean meal) Anyone with experience with anything close I d like to hear more. Howd cows do? protien/ energy...
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    Pinkeye plan for 2011

    Always heard you wanted to vaccinate 4 weeks before flies started, not sure if there is any truth to it. Anyone try the Pilgaurd +7 or something similar? I was thinking of trying it this year around the first / middle of March.
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    Are all brand protein tubs about the same?

    Good point, I was guilty of forgetting not everyone is from Pennsylvania. I do think it is a good idea to test your hay and forage tough so you know what your feeding. Supplements are not bad, guess I kinda came across as saying that. They just get overused sometimes in my opinion.
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    Are all brand protein tubs about the same?

    Maybe I'm cheap or old fashioned but if you have good forage, minerals, and hay then why do you need a protein tub? The cows should be getting what they need from the hay and forage. To much protein is not a good thing, it will cause you problems. Also the less you spend feeding the more you...
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    Vaccinating cattle

    Personal preference, but I like to alternate between pour on and injectable for worming.
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    Any Brahmans people out there

    I'd keep trying the bottle. Maybe slit the nipple so it runs out a little better. Hold it in there he should figure it out. I wouldn't want to tube him to much myself. We have a lot of brahma influenced cattle and I wouldn't call them dumb or weak hearted. Best of luck to you.
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    bottle calves for newbies

    Also best milk is from the mother. If ya can ( sometimes this isn't an option ) I like to try to milk the mom to have milk for the calf. It can get a little western on some cows but worth the effort in my opinion. Also you can try a nurse cow to put the calf on. I also like to make sure I'm...
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