Coming Soon: Cattlemen & Vets Podcast!
When it comes to our cattle, health means EVERYTHING. To help you out, we are launching the Cattlemen & Vets Podcast. We’re giving you the podcast you need for an in-depth understanding and a deep dive into all things related to the health of your cattle. From everyday wellness to tackling complex issues, we’re bringing together the practical wisdom of seasoned vets from all across the country, and we’re asking the questions cattlemen (and women) want to know.
Whether you’re a lifelong rancher or just starting out, prepare to gain insights that will help your operation thrive. Healthy cattle mean more profit potential for you, and it’s never been easier to access the information. Cattlemen & Vets will equip you with the knowledge you need to ensure the well-being of your livestock, directly impacting your bottom line.
Sneak Peek of Upcoming Episodes
Getting Calves Started Correctly with Dr. Roger Osinchuk.
This episode focuses on best practices for the crucial early stages of a calf’s life. It covers essential care, nutrition, and management strategies to ensure a strong and healthy start, thereby reducing early-life morbidity and mortality.
The Veterinarian Client and Patient Relationship.
On this one, we answer the question on getting the most out of your vet visit. We’re joined by guests Dan Schweizer & Blaze Mollhagen. This episode delves into the importance of a strong working relationship between cattle producers and their veterinarians. We go over advice on how producers can maximize the vet’s time and expertise.
External Parasites with experts at Zoetis.
This special podcast provides a comprehensive overview of common external parasites in cattle. It discusses their impact on health and productivity, along with effective prevention, control, and treatment strategies, likely featuring insights and products from Zoetis.
Lameness in Cattle:
Genetics Discussion with Producers, Hoof Management with Dr. Meredyth Jones Cook. Dr. Meredyth Jones Cook leads a detailed discussion on the causes and prevention of lameness in cattle. She dives deep into best practices and offers practical guidance on effective hoof management practices for herd health.
Screw Flies with Elanco.
This episode specifically addresses the significant threat posed by screw flies to cattle. It covers their identification, lifecycle, and the severe health consequences they can inflict, along with effective control and eradication methods, likely featuring solutions from Elanco.
Heat Stress and Pink Eye.
This episode tackles two common and impactful environmental health challenges, especially for our young calves. We go over heat stress, discussing its symptoms, prevention, and management, and pink eye, covering its causes, transmission, treatment, and strategies to minimize outbreaks.
Grazing Issues and Pasture Dangers with Dr. Dewell:
Dr. Dewell explores various hazards present in pastures, particularly focusing on the risks associated with “junk piles” or foreign objects that can lead to hardware disease in cattle, and Dr. Dewell advises on prevention strategies.
Weaning, a New Stage for That Calf with industry experts from Ferappease.
Here, we focus on the critical transition period of weaning for calves. We discuss best practices to minimize stress, maintain health, and ensure proper development, potentially highlighting solutions like Ferappease to aid in this process.
Economic Effects, providing for more aggressive treatments with Dr. Cheryl DeVuyst.
Dr. Cheryl DeVuyst analyzes the financial implications of cattle health. She demonstrates how strategic and sometimes more “aggressive” or proactive treatment approaches can ultimately lead to better economic outcomes and profitability for cattle operations.
BRD with Ross Havens.
On this episode, we take an in-depth look at Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD), a major health challenge in cattle. It discusses its causes, symptoms, prevention protocols, and various treatment options, with insights from Ross Havens.
Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) with Dr. Belew.
Here, Dr. Belew provides a crucial explanation of the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) and all things that go into it. He clarifies what producers need to know when using medicated feeds for their cattle.
Perspectives and advice from a Sale Barn Veterinarian with Dr. Stacy Rugan.
On this episode, Dr. Stacy Rugan shares unique insights and practical advice from her experience as a sale barn veterinarian. She offers perspectives on common health issues observed in cattle passing through markets and provides tips for pre- and post-sale animal health management.
Benefits to Ranchers
Having an in-depth understanding of cattle health and consistent access to veterinary knowledge gives you an advantage for cattle producers, influencing everything from the well- being of their animals to the profitability of their operations.
As you can see, we have an exciting line-up to help you with your ranch and cattle health. Catch us on your favorite podcast platform, or listen at www.americancattlemen.com. If you have a question or topic you’d like to know more about, send us a question for the vet at: info@americancattlemen.com.
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