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The Bovine Lung in Biomedical Research: Visually Guided Bronchoscopy, Intrabronchial Inoculation and In Vivo Sampling Techniques
Published on: July 3, 2014
Control methods for bovine respiratory disease in stocker cattle
Shaun H Sweiger1, Michael D Nichols
1Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine Department, Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, Ames, IA 50011-1250, USA. ssweiger@iastate.edu
Summary
Implementing a robust health program for stocker cattle is crucial. This review details essential preconditioning strategies, including arrival management, nutrition, and bovine respiratory disease (BRD) control for high-risk calves.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Science
- Livestock Management
Background:
- Stockers cattle are highly susceptible to Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD).
- Effective preconditioning programs are vital for reducing morbidity and mortality in high-risk stocker calves.
- A systematic approach to health management is necessary for successful stocker operations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the foundational elements of a sound preconditioning and backgrounding health program for stocker cattle.
- To provide a systematic approach for managing high-risk stocker calves.
- To highlight key areas for health management in stocker operations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of established preconditioning and backgrounding health strategies.
- Systematic discussion of critical management components for stocker calves.
- Analysis of purchasing, arrival, nutritional, and movement considerations.
- Review of prevention, control, and treatment protocols for Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD).
- Emphasis on the role of information management in BRD control.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive health program requires careful attention to purchasing and arrival protocols.
- Optimized nutritional and cattle movement management are key components.
- Effective strategies for BRD prevention, control, and treatment are essential.
- Information management plays a critical role in controlling BRD within stocker populations.
Conclusions:
- A well-structured preconditioning program is fundamental for stocker cattle health.
- Integrated management of health, nutrition, and movement minimizes risks.
- Proactive strategies for BRD, supported by data management, are crucial for stocker calf success.
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