Castration of lambs, kids and calves
Discover best practices and legal requirements for humane castration of calves, lambs, goats and cryptorchid males. Learn timing, pain relief, methods and vet care in New Zealand.
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Castration, disbudding and tail docking - not nice but necessary!
Learn about common painful husbandry procedures in livestock, including castration, disbudding, dehorning, and tail docking. Understand legal requirements, pain relief best practice, and when to involve a vet.
The BasicsSheepCattleGoats
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