How to intervene with a difficult calving

Calving cows out is a huge responsibility with many factors coming together to ensure a healthy calf hits the ground. A cow in ideal body condition, good breeding and genetics, and a clean environment are instrumental in a healthy calf being born.

But what happens when something doesn’t go as planned? What if a calf comes backwards or a leg is turned back? Beef producers need to be prepared to assist a cow having a difficult birth (dystocia), including the knowledge of how and when to help. This video walks producers through the critical steps of assessing and managing difficult calvings. 

🎬 VIDEO GUIDE:
0:00 Calf 911- How to Intervene with a Difficult Calving
0:09 Prepare the Cow & Supplies
0:47 Check the Cervix & Calf Position
1:41 Malpresentations & Repositioning
3:51 Using Calving Chains

🍁 Find more tips for when and how to assist with a difficult calving on the BCRC Blog: https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/calf...

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