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Sick Cattle Monitoring


Written protocols should be in place and reviewed annually with your veterinarian and employees to ensure that certain procedures are carried out appropriately.  ​​​​

Goals:

To detect sickness early and provide the best course of treatment.

How to Assess:

​Review the sick cattle monitoring protocol to confirm that the following information is included and that appropriate criteria are being met:

Dairy Well
  • A plan should exist that includes:
    • Age group
    • Monitoring schedule
    • Action (can refer to another SOP)
  • Emergency contacts must be noted
  • Signed by VOR
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A template is provided as a guideline; farms may write their own as long as minimum content is met.

National Dairy FARM Program
  • The entire herd should be checked daily for signs of disease or injury. This includes:
    • Uneven respiration, abdominal distension, swollen joints, lameness, diarrhea, unusual discharges, ears down, body abrasions
    • Hygiene, locomotion, body condition, and hock/knee lesion scoring
  • Monitor feed and water intake
  • Monitor facility to identify facility maintenance needs

Validus
  • All cattle are observed daily for health issues
    • Includes those in hospital pens
  • Protocol for flagging, communicating with management, and treating sick cattle must be in place
    • Includes calves

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