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Understand when to use vaccines

Craig Jones Boehringer Ingelheim
Apr 12, 2024
Apr 12, 2024

Cattle — Both modified-live virus and killed virus vaccines have been shown to protect cattle against common respiratory and reproductive diseases; however, there are some key differences in how each of them stimulates immunity.
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Craig Jones Boehringer Ingelheim

A sound vaccination protocol lays the groundwork for a healthy herd. Taking time to understand the different vaccine options is an important part of making informed decisions that ensure cattle are in the best position possible to navigate disease challenges.

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Craig Jones is the director of cattle professional services veterinarians at Boehringer Ingelheim.