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OK, when my calf hit the dirt, what should I be prepared for? Such as shots, feed, for mommy & calf. Are there any thing I need to be doing for the mama cow yet? I just want to be ready. Right now i'm only feeding hay and mineral daily. thanks, tc
 
For right now (and always), put out loose salt in addition to the mineral. Vaccinate the calf for clostridials, etc. when it's a few weeks old. Other than that, as long as there isn't a problem that requires attention don't worry about them too much. Millions of calves are born unassisted every year. Depending on the quality of hay you could supplement it with some sack feed, but it probably isn't necessary (assuming it's a beef type cow and not dairy).
 
We make sure that the calf sucks, and then check it daily for a week or two. Mostly because a calf will not respect an electric fence. Other wise if their healthy and active we wait and work them when they get a couple of months old.
 
Rafter S":30pb5mhh said:
For right now (and always), put out loose salt in addition to the mineral.
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Only if the mineral specifys that other salt should be provided!
 
I would make sure to have you vet's number programmed in your phone (or an experienced neighbor) in case there's an issue with delivery - generally not a problem with cows but you never know with heifers. I would talk to your vet to see what vaccines are appropriate for where you live. I agree with Ram about waiting until the calf is a couple months old before giving the 1st shots because they're protected by the colostrum. Also depends on when the cow is due; if it's winter & freezing be prepared to bring it into a barn or some sort of enclosure, watch for signs of frostbite and if it's summer watch for signs of heat stroke. As far as making sure the calf sucks, if it doesn't or if the mama kicks it off you'll need to bottle feed or tube with colostrum replacer & may have to put her in a chute to get the calf latched on. Dip or spray the umbilical cord with iodine. We tag &/or band when the calves are a day old & check them at least once a day.
 
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TCRanch":3kfyrvnj said:
dun":3kfyrvnj said:
Rafter S":3kfyrvnj said:
For right now (and always), put out loose salt in addition to the mineral.
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Only if the mineral specifys that other salt should be provided!
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The mineral we use specifically instructs no additional salt.
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Exactly my point!
 

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