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expected branding etiquette allow them to be exposed to properly trained and com-
giving those not directly in- can improve the efficiency of sunlight. petent in the procedure and
volved in cattle production a the day. -Label syringes and do know what issues or com-
glimpse into the science and One major issue typical- not allow them to get mixed plications to look for when
work that goes into our busi- ly observed during calf pro- up. If modified live vaccine branding. For example, does
nesses. With the increased cessing and branding, is mis- is placed into a syringe that the person branding under-
amount of labor present that handling of animal health previously held killed vac- stand how long to hold the
represents a wide cross-sec- products, especially vaccines. cine and a residue of the brand on, how much pres-
tion of experience levels, Best management practices killed vaccine is present, it sure to use, how to identify a
priorities and expectations to ensure vaccines work in- may damage or destroy the branding iron that is too hot
should be communicated reg- clude: modified live vaccine. or not hot enough.
ularly in an effective way. -When products require -Change your needles Research has shown that
A common area of focus mixing, only mix them as every time a syringe is re- the stress related to process-
would be the expectation needed and not more than filled. It is recommended to ing and branding for calves
of effective (low-stress) cat- one hour prior to adminis- replace needles every 10 – 15 was correlated more with the
tle handling. This includes tration. The efficacy of the head. Additionally, by replac- amount of time separated
set up and design for both product deteriorates outside ing your needle each refill, from the dam than the ac-
permanent and temporary of that time frame. you ensure you’re not con- tual processing method. The
facilities (i.e., how cattle -When mixing vaccines, taminating the remainder of more efficiently we can get
will flow, pen size, distance do not over shake. Simply the product left in the bottle calves back with their dams,
from branding fire, etc.). You swirling the vaccine in the with a dirty needle. the less stress those calves
should visit with your help to bottle is enough to ensure a -Give all injections in front will experience. Sufficient
refresh them on basic cattle good mix. When products are of the shoulder in the neck communication between all
handing do’s and don’ts on over shaken, they can be de- region unless the label spe- individuals present will lead
your operation. Additionally, stroyed and release endotox- cifically advises to adminis- to prevention of stress in all
briefing on expectations of ins, which could be harmful ter in a different location. areas.
cattle gathering, sorting, and to your animals. -Try to utilize products
the steps to follow at pro- -Keep vaccines protect- that are labeled for subcuta-
cessing is a good way to en- ed from the elements. Store neous administration.
sure everyone is on the same them according to the tem- When branding, ensure
page. Depending on brand- perature range on the man- those who are overseeing the
ing methods, discussing the ufacturer label and do not placement of the brand are

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