Occasionally, toxic compounds which interfere with the reproductive process are present in the feed. Cows that become fat during the dry period are more apt to have calving difficulty, retained placenta and metritis. These cows have a rapid loss of body weight after calving and are prone to ketosis and other metabolic disorders since they may not eat well after calving. They may also show weak signs of heat and have decreased conception rates. It is very important that cows have proper management in the dry period since their status at calving can affect both production and reproduction in the next lactation.
Several diseases can cause low conception rates and abortions in dairy cattle.
Many of these vaccines are now combined into a single injection. Working with your local veterinarian is normally the best method of establishing your vaccination program. Although the decrease is slight and is related to the increase in milk production, cows will be less likely to show signs of heat and conception rates decrease. Calving intervals may increase by 15 to 20 days. Back To Top Goals of a good reproductive management program will vary from farm to farm and breed to breed.