cow-giving-birth Archives

Newborn Calf Problems: Giving Animal CPR to Calves

October 20, 2025 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle

Be prepared for emergencies during calving season by learning animal CPR. This skill can help save more newborn calves and improve your herd’s survival rates.

Low-Stress Calf Weaning

September 1, 2022 · Heather Smith Thomas · Cattle

Weaning time is stressful for cattle. Many people have found better ways to wean than putting calves in a corral and taking the cows away.

Tips for Successfully Raising Bottle Calves

March 5, 2021 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle

When raising cattle, you may encounter the challenge of a young calf orphaned or rejected by mama, needing a bottle from you.

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