We had a calf do that, it wasn't due to lice either. What had happened is she had gotten a fever and got so hot that hair on her brisket and legs began to fall out. There really is nothing you can do other then let it grow back. :D
I know that in the all the Canadian shows that I have been to (that is where I am from) we don't give the judge a handshake during the show. I have to agree that it is very disruptive and almost rude, although the kid's have no intention of being rude. I would have to say that the best way to...
I agree, I mean showmanship should be based upon appearance but standing out too much is not good. I mean your trying to draw attention to your animal not yourself. Sure you have to be dressed nice and if you have long hair tie it back or present it neatly, but still a good showman should be...
Question #1- Actually as far fetched as it sounds to get rid of ring worm we used lube oil for machinery. I wouldn't use it around the eyes as in your case but for the general use in the herd for on the head ect... it works quite well.
Question #2- Ringworm will go away on its own after it runs...
Thats very true up here in Canada as well. Many calves that arn't a solid color are docked. But even grey's up here are going for more than the Pinz. I have also heard many things about their leg and foot structure...apparently they don't last that long. But thats only what I have heard I could...
Ya see we have some friends that are into the black angus cattle and they have a different ration than I use and their steers always look amazing come show day. I think I will to with that feed. The strange thing is that I never used to have this problem. My first few years in 4-H I had steers...
Awesome! I kinda thought they needed a little more, but the bag said not to feed it over 1%. Thanks so much! I'll deffinatly try it on a steer this year! :]
I have been in 4-H for several years, shown in many shows in Alberta and BC. I have never had the chance to make it down to the states yet but I look forward to going when I do. Well onto the main topic.
Every year my steer just isn't quite finished, he still needs at least another 100 pounds...