Cormac
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I had two abort at approx. 7 months as I posted here. As a follow-up I had bloodwork done. Cow #1, positive for IBR and BVD. Cow # 2 Positive for the same plus positive for Neospora. The vet fells strongly that the #2 cow was defitinely the Neospora. The vet felt that they could have only been exposed to IBR and BVD but who knows. She also gave me the impression that she had more adverse feelings toward the Neospora, or at least gave me the impression that it was a bigger problem. I am developing my unsure direction as to what to do next. Since neospora is passed from mother to calf, I am guessing #2 goes bye-bye. Do both go, one go, or both stay. Do I do bloodwork on the other 8 cows? Is there any practical way to minimise exposure to neospora in the future? I understand it can be from exposure to infected dogs, coyotes, racoons, rats, mice, the water (tanks), hay, and possibly the ground. I'd like some suggestions and guidance. Thanks.