Joanna visits with Dr. Michelle Arnold, DVM, UK Extension Ruminant Veterinarian, to discuss Beef Cattle Vaccinations.
A healthy, disease-free herd is a goal for all beef producers. A herd health program will be most successful when it is customized to meet the herd’s needs. Local veterinarians are knowledgeable about diseases in the area and should be able to make cost-effective recommendations. Plan a program that prevents diseases and disorders; do not depend on a veterinarian just to treat problems. Vaccination is a tool that is used alongside other management tools such as forage management, proper nutrition, maintaining a clean environment, biosecurity, and stress management. Vaccination programs are designed to protect the herd against disease caused by infectious organisms, such as viruses or bacteria. A vaccine cannot prevent infection but will allow the animal to recognize and respond more quickly to infection, lessening the severity of disease.

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