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Frequency of observations
It is recommended to check on
cows and heifers every three hours
during calving season. Large cow-calf
operations often provide full-time
observation; however, in smaller
operations the level of monitoring
must be modified to be economically
feasible and practical. In smaller
operations, check your heifers as
often as possible to come close to
the recommendation. The more you
observe your herd, the fewer your
Make sure to observe if the calf shows proper suckle reflex, or you
may need a colostrum replacer. Photos by Paul Marchant.
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