Fresh Cow ProtocOl

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1) Move cow to milk her as soon as possible after birth.

2) Remove calf as soon as possible after birth.

3) Prep cow as follows:

  • Wipe dirt from teats
  • Dip teats
  • Wipe teat dip
  • Attach machine and milk

4) If cow is Johne’s negative, follow the colostrum protocol.

5) If cow is Johne’s positive, discard colostrum.

6) Once cow is milked, give UTERINE CONTRACTOR.

7) Give 5 gallons of lukewarm water.  Offer more lukewarm water if she wants it.

8) Adjust collar of the cow.

9) Make sure all animals have 2 yellow tags.

10) Make sure all cows have to red bands on.

11) Flame the udder.


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