As spring-calving herds move into late pregnancy, cow energy and protein demands are about to rise sharply. This article breaks down the nutritional shift from mid-pregnancy through peak lactation, what that means in practical feeding terms, and why maintaining cows at BCS 3 or better before calving is critical for milk production, calf performance and future fertility during tough seasonal conditions.

Broken legs in working dogs are more common during tough cattle seasons — but with the right care, many dogs can return to meaningful work. This article covers what to do immediately after an injury, modern fracture repair options, rehabilitation expectations, and the key factors that influence prognosis, from fracture type and temperament to workload and owner commitment.

Leptospirosis (“lepto”) is a serious bacterial disease that’s on our radar again locally.