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Resuscitating calves

Although many things can be done to prevent cows from having difficult births and calves that require resuscitation, sometimes resuscitating a calf on farm is necessary. Dr. Claire Windeyer, veterinarian and professor at the University of Calgary, Faculty Veterinary Medicine, describes some ways producers can avoid having compromised calves.

Interview with Dr. Claire Windeyer (3:02 minutes) (1.39 Mb)

For more information on calving, talk to your veterinarian or check out the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website.

Source : Alberta agriculture and forestry

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