Calving difficulty is frequently caused by disproportionate size--the calf is too big for the birth canal. This publication discusses the stages of labor, how to assist in delivery and what to do after the delivery of a ...

This publication explains how diseases are transmitted and how dairy producers can establish prevention programs with proper biosecurity practices. Tables list common diseases of dairy cattle and ways they are treated.

Paratuberculosis, or Johne's (pronounced "Yo-nees) disease, is a chronic intestinal infection of cattle. It is increasingly recognized in both dairy and beef herds. This publication discusses transmission of the bacteria, ...

This publication discusses common internal and external parasites in cattle: hairworms, lung worms, liver flukes, coccidia, horn flies, lice and grubs. Preventive and treatment methods are also covered.

Producers can prevent or minimize health problems in cow-calf herds in fall and winter by reducing the stresses caused by inadequate nutrition, sudden feeding changes and unsanitary conditions. This publication describes ...

The Food and Drug Administration enforces regulations pertaining to the drugs and chemicals that may be used in food animals. To comply with laws prohibiting excessive drug residues in foods, producers must strictly adhere ...

Producers can successfully manage many health problems in beef cattle if they detect them and take steps early. This publication explains common problems found in beef cattle, their probable causes, and suggested corrective ...

This publication summarizes the disease and transmission characteristics of bovine trichomoniasis in bulls and cows. It also outlines new measures being implemented in Texas to control the spread of the disease.

Safe supplies of water are essential for livestock. This publication discusses the common causes of unsafe water and lists concentrations of various elements that would make water hazardous for livestock consumption.