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5 Reasons to Take Action Against BVDV Type 1b

Why should bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) Type 1b be on your radar? Learn how this subtype has risen in prevalence in cattle in the United States, and why understanding how the virus evolves is key to choosing the right vaccine to build herd immunity.

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Episode #3. Protecting Your Herd from BVDV

There’s no simple way to protect your herd from bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV). Hear what Dr. Chris Chase, a professor and veterinary Immunologist at South Dakota State University recommends in terms herd monitoring, biosecurity and vaccination. 

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The Persistently Infected Calf - Protecting Your Herd from PI Calves

Stephen Foulke, services veterinarian, Boehringer Ingelheim, discusses ways persistently infected calves can enter the herd and what you can do to prevent it.

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The Six Pillars of Successful Calf Raising

How can producers avoid bovine respiratory disease (BRD) and efficiently raise high-quality animals? Dr. Curt Vlietstra, professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, offers six management pillars that can contribute to the success of young calves and the prevention of BRD.

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The Lasting Benefits of Pre-Weaning Vaccinations in Beef Calves

Colostrum consumed by the newborn calf helps provide protection against infectious diseases. Dr. DL Step, professional services veterinarian, Boehringer Ingelheim explains how as maternal antibodies wane, early vaccination can help calves through the transition.

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Replacement Heifers - Modified-Live Virus Vaccines for Better Protection

There are several factors that impact the effectiveness of a vaccination program. Joe Gillespie, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim, discusses the advantages of using a modified-live virus reproductive vaccine in your beef herd. 

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Shifting BVDV Strains Present a Challenge to U.S. Producers

BVDV Type 1b prevalence continues rise in cattle herds across the country

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1 Fulton RW, Ridpath JF, Saliki JT, et al. Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) 1b: predominant BVDV subtype in calves with respiratory disease. Can J Vet Res 2002;66(3):181–190.

2 Ridpath JF, Lovell G, Neill JD, et al. Change in predominance of bovine viral diarrhea virus subgenotypes among samples submitted to a diagnostic laboratory over a 20-year time span. J Vet Diagn Invest 2011;23(2):185–193.

3 Fulton RW, Briggs RE, Ridpath JF, Saliki JT. Transmission of bovine viral diarrhea virus 1b to susceptible and vaccinated calves by exposure to persistently infected calves. Can J Vet Res 2005;69(3):161–169.

4 Fulton RW, Johnson BJ, Briggs RE, et al. Challenge with bovine viral diarrhea virus by exposure to persistently infected calves: protection by vaccination and negative results of antigen testing in nonvaccinated acutely infected calves. Can J Vet Res 2006;70(2):121–127.