Dairy farmers produce more milk worldwide.
According to a FAO forecast, global milk production is expected to increase by 1.0% in the year 2025. The biggest growth is expected in Asia, as reported by the ZMB.
One essential aspect of maintaining good animal health is the proper handling and vaccination procedures. Dr. Marion Weerda from the Lammers Veterinary Clinic explains how to avoid mistakes.
If you are administering prescribed medications to your cattle, it is important to follow the application instructions. If in doubt, consult your veterinary practice.
1. Follow the package insert: Unless your veterinarian advises otherwise, it is important to strictly follow the application recommendations on the package insert. This includes information on dosage, dose per injection site, frequency of application, age and lactation status of the animal, type of application, and withdrawal periods.
2. Which needle, which syringe? The diameter and length of the needle should be based on the type of injection and the viscosity of the solution. For hygienic reasons, the use of disposable syringes and needles is recommended. For group treatments, you can also use your own pistol-grip syringes.
3. Preparation: Carry a bucket or treatment belt with you to have all the materials for the treatment readily available and transport them cleanly.
If the process takes longer, you should keep the injection solution warm or cool depending on the outside temperature. To ensure that you administer the injection in the right place, secure the animal in the feeding grid and work calmly.
4. Where and how to inject? Subcutaneous injections (s.c.), those that go under the skin, should be administered on the side of the neck or shoulder. Lift a fold of skin and then insert parallel to the subcutaneous layer. Be careful not to inject yourself.
Intramuscular injections (i.m.) should be administered into the muscle. You should place the injection, for example, in the neck triangle, a hand's breadth in front of the shoulder and under the nuchal crest. By tapping this area before the injection, you desensitize the nerves, making the injection less painful, and the cow makes fewer defensive movements.
One option is to administer intramuscular injections in the triangle on the neck. The area is easily accessible over the feeding grid, and the risk of introducing germs is low.
5. Risks of injection: Improper injection can harm the cattle. The risk of transmitting germs significantly increases due to lack of hygiene. Therefore, wear disposable gloves. Also, never perform more than five injections with the same needle, and the injection site should be dry and clean. After the injection, avoid rubbing the area as it can massage germs in.
6. Cleaning and disposal: Disassemble reusable syringes, clean them immediately after use, and store them dry and clean. Used needles and disposable syringes should be disposed of in the regular waste.
If you are administering prescribed medications to your cattle, it is important to follow the application instructions. If in doubt, consult your veterinary practice.
1. Follow the package insert: Unless your veterinarian advises otherwise, it is important to strictly follow the application recommendations on the package insert. This includes information on dosage, dose per injection site, frequency of application, age and lactation status of the animal, type of application, and withdrawal periods.
2. Which needle, which syringe? The diameter and length of the needle should be based on the type of injection and the viscosity of the solution. For hygienic reasons, the use of disposable syringes and needles is recommended. For group treatments, you can also use your own pistol-grip syringes.
3. Preparation: Carry a bucket or treatment belt with you to have all the materials for the treatment readily available and transport them cleanly.
If the process takes longer, you should keep the injection solution warm or cool depending on the outside temperature. To ensure that you administer the injection in the right place, secure the animal in the feeding grid and work calmly.
4. Where and how to inject? Subcutaneous injections (s.c.), those that go under the skin, should be administered on the side of the neck or shoulder. Lift a fold of skin and then insert parallel to the subcutaneous layer. Be careful not to inject yourself.
Intramuscular injections (i.m.) should be administered into the muscle. You should place the injection, for example, in the neck triangle, a hand's breadth in front of the shoulder and under the nuchal crest. By tapping this area before the injection, you desensitize the nerves, making the injection less painful, and the cow makes fewer defensive movements.
One option is to administer intramuscular injections in the triangle on the neck. The area is easily accessible over the feeding grid, and the risk of introducing germs is low.
5. Risks of injection: Improper injection can harm the cattle. The risk of transmitting germs significantly increases due to lack of hygiene. Therefore, wear disposable gloves. Also, never perform more than five injections with the same needle, and the injection site should be dry and clean. After the injection, avoid rubbing the area as it can massage germs in.
6. Cleaning and disposal: Disassemble reusable syringes, clean them immediately after use, and store them dry and clean. Used needles and disposable syringes should be disposed of in the regular waste.