Managing a cattle herd is a lot of responsibility. We must keep them safe from predators, aid in good breeding practices, monitor nutritional intake, help keep them free from diseases and much more.
This section of the Dexter Cattle Knowledge Base will discuss Disease prevention. Cattle (Bovine) diseases can also affect humans, when the disease is transmissible in a Zoonotic way. Therefore it is important to prevent diseases not only for the health and success of your farm, but for the safety of your family as well.
Texas Animal Health Commission has helpful information on their website found HERE!
The first line of defense in keeping your herd healthy is good BIOSECURITY! Bio Security Guide
This forum will be including more information on monitored diseases
