What’s in your calf processing procedure? Every farm has a different list based on their needs and environment. We start with “calf-friendly” vaccines and supplements, identification and castration with pain mitigation via Lidoband. We then make sure to record their birth weight, dip their navels and MOST IMPORTANTLY give them a little smooch. 😘 (or a cuddle if you prefer to not get crypto 😅) #calvingseason #cowvet #calfvet #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #beefcattle #ranching #cattle #cattlewelfa

~~Open Castration Of Bull~~ This is a video of Dr. Lawrence Horstman (D.V.M, M.S, Diplomate A.C.T) performing an open castration on a bull. He is currently an associate professor of theriogenology at Purdue University's School of Veterinary Medicine. Surgical castration is the most certain method of castration because the testicles are removed completely. It is best performed before or after fly season and when calves can be turned into a dry area after the surgery. Surgical castration can be pe