jade35
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@HappyShep76 how are things going with the calves?
I'm sorry I'm late seeing this thread. Do you happen to recall the name of the antiobitic powder you added to the 8 months olds dry feed?i have dealt with mycoplasma bovis 3 years ago on my farm
never want to see it again
bought in 30 charolais weanlings 8 months old
2 days later they started getting sick
anitbiotics draxxin etc were used an only saved a few
best approach we had by the end was to feed antibiotic powder to the full herd in the meal for about a month
we tried to cut the powder after 10 days and temperatures started to rise so had to stick with it
lost 8 charolais bulls to it.
comrades that survived didn't thrive like the other batches before them either.
cost me about 11 thousand euro and that's not taking lost thrive into account.
I'm sorry I'm late seeing this thread. Do you happen to recall the name of the antiobitic powder you added to the 8 months olds dry feed?
I have a calf with a droopy weepy ear. Might be worth me getting some.
I would speak directly to the farmers where the problem calves come from.
Also might be worth posting on any NZ farm forums asking for advice as they have a lot more experience with this illness.
My cattle are too old for milk now.Can I recommend you ask your vet about Chloromed 150. It’s a powdered antibiotic that goes in with the calves milk for 6 or 7 days. We have had good success with it regarding Mycoplasma. Wouldn’t be surprised if bvd was also playing a part? Best of luck!
Mine are 11-14 months.Can only be fed on an individual basis
Yes iv tried stuff. Hopefully this is a simple ear infection this time.Obviously your vet will know much more than me!