Calving ABCs For Beginners (*Many Pics)

[CattleAnnie]

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.

 

[austinssteer]

Thanks for the info Annie. :cboy:

 

[warpaint]

Great post Annie, one of the best I've ever seen!! :clap: :clap: :clap:

 

[cypressfarms]

Way to go Annie,

That is one good post!

Where did this board come from?????? I go away for just a day or so, and something new is added. I keep waiting for Macon to add a picture board.

 

[NewCowboy]

Very interesting post! Thanks! Hope we do not need it for our two heifers first calves coming sometime SOON, but it is definitely something to know.

NewCowboy's mom

 

[sainty01]

How many of you do the half hitch when you hook up chains?

 

[jcarkie]

i have never been told that before. very interesting

 

[CattleAnnie]

We always do the two loops with the chains, it's way easier on their legs than a single loop...it's also important to keep the chain aligned straight between them or you chance giving your calf a green fracture if the pull gets tough.


Take care.

 

[buckaroo_bif]

good info Annie
Thanks!

 

[msscamp]

How many of you do the half hitch when you hook up chains?

We never have, but it's certainly worth thinking about and implementing, I think.

 

[Susie David]

Great post Annie, one of the best I've seen in awhile...thanks.
We start this week and only have one heifer that I'm worried about...always good to have the thought process sharpened and the OB kit stocked and ready.
Sue & Dave Mc

 

[Jeanne - Simme Valley]

How many of you do the half hitch when you hook up chains?

ALWAYS - never put just one loop above the hoof.

 

[ctlbaron]

Thanks Annie, great post.

 

[Hasbeen]

God bless you Annie. I'm going to bookmark this one for future reference.