CattleAnnie
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Calving Information For Beginners
(Warning: This is going to be a big post.)
Please remember that if in doubt, always call your veterinarian first - time is crucial when dealing with difficult presentations!
( *In no way, shape or form is this post meant as a substitute for qualified licenced veterinary assistance...these are simply guidelines with the intent to illustrate and inform.)
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In the interest of the new folks, thought I'd see if I could copy and paste some info for you.
1. First here's a nice link for some guidelines.
http://animalrangeextension.montana.edu ... 002/Ob.htm
2. And two very informative pdf links:
http://dairy.ifas.ufl.edu/drs/2005/Dros ... bstetrics'
http://animalscience.tamu.edu/ansc/publ ... alving.pdf
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Proper placement of obstetric chains prevent injury to calves when applying traction if assisting delivery. Very important!
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Now for some obstetric presentation illustrations:
Elbows Hung Up
Head Back
Nose To Side/ Hungup on Pelvis
Foreleg Back
Breech
All Four Feet Present
Twins - Foreward and Backward Presentations
Illustrations courtesy of:
Calving and Handling Calving Difficulties
R. G. Mortimer, MS, DVM
Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences
Colorado State University
Take care.
(Warning: This is going to be a big post.)
Please remember that if in doubt, always call your veterinarian first - time is crucial when dealing with difficult presentations!
( *In no way, shape or form is this post meant as a substitute for qualified licenced veterinary assistance...these are simply guidelines with the intent to illustrate and inform.)
~
In the interest of the new folks, thought I'd see if I could copy and paste some info for you.
1. First here's a nice link for some guidelines.
http://animalrangeextension.montana.edu ... 002/Ob.htm
2. And two very informative pdf links:
http://dairy.ifas.ufl.edu/drs/2005/Dros ... bstetrics'
http://animalscience.tamu.edu/ansc/publ ... alving.pdf
~
Proper placement of obstetric chains prevent injury to calves when applying traction if assisting delivery. Very important!
~
Now for some obstetric presentation illustrations:
Elbows Hung Up
Head Back
Nose To Side/ Hungup on Pelvis
Foreleg Back
Breech
All Four Feet Present
Twins - Foreward and Backward Presentations
Illustrations courtesy of:
Calving and Handling Calving Difficulties
R. G. Mortimer, MS, DVM
Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences
Colorado State University
Take care.