New to dairy. Which vaccines must I give my cows and buffaloes and when?
What vaccinations are necessary for cattle and buffalo?
SSuresh Verma7mo ago · 311 views
6 Answers
🌾Farmer.in Krishi TeamExpert ✓7mo ago
The most important vaccinations for cattle and buffalo are Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Haemorrhagic Septicaemia (HS), plus Black Quarter (BQ) in many areas; Brucellosis vaccination is given to female calves (around 4 to 8 months) once in their life. FMD is usually given twice a year, and HS and BQ are commonly given before the monsoon, which is the high-risk season. Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) vaccination is also being used in affected regions. The government runs FMD and Brucellosis programmes under the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP). Always follow your veterinary doctor's schedule, deworm regularly, and keep a vaccination record. Vaccinate healthy animals only and store vaccines in the cold chain.
AAnita Devi6mo ago
After I started FMD and HS vaccination on time my animals stay healthy through the rains. The government camp does it free in our village. Note the next due date so you do not miss the booster.
JJagdish Prasad6mo ago
Keep a small vaccination card per animal with dates, the way we do for children. When the herd grew I could not remember who got what. The card meant no animal was missed and the vet could see the history at a glance.
RRekha Yadav5mo ago
Deworming along with the vaccination schedule made a big difference for my young stock. Worms were quietly holding back their growth. The vet advised a deworming routine and the calves picked up well. Ask your vet to plan both together.
DDharampal Yadav5mo ago
Vaccinate before the monsoon, not after the disease shows up. In our village HS spreads with the first rains, so the camp comes just before. Animals done in time stayed safe while a neighbour who delayed lost one. Timing the dose to the risk season is the whole point.
SSavitri Devi4mo ago
Get only healthy animals vaccinated and let a sick one recover first, as the vet told me. I also make sure they are not stressed or moved the same day. Following the vet's advice on which animal and when gave me far fewer reactions.