Vaccines Vs. Antibiotics

[lop]

In the past when I have purchased my beef calfs they have already had there shots. But this time I was told no shots have been given. The seller told be it would be a good idea to give them antibiotics. I said you mean their vaccines and he said they are the same thing. Are they they the same? Any info would be great.
Thanks!

 

[dun]

The seller is not correct. Vaccines are preventative. Antibiotics are TREATment. Depending on your area, specific vaccines are recommended. If the calves came through a salebarn or from/through an unhealthy environment, antibiotics may be called for. But only if you are actaully treating something, not used in a shotgun approach.