Bringing the Heat. Preventing Frostbite in Calves — Frostbite

Alright stop, collaborate and listen.If you recognized that lyric from the 90s rap song "Ice Ice Baby," congratulations. While the catchy tune is definitely not about ice cold calves, it certainly helps us catch your attention about a serious issue that can harm the youngest in your herd this winter: Frostbite.Before the most brutal winter weather sets in, now is the time to stop what you're doing; collaborate and strategize prevention measures with your management team; and listen to the weather forecasts – as well as the signs from your animals.Prevention is key, because once a calf experiences severe frostbite...