Maximizing Herd Health: Expert Wellness Care for Farm Animals in 2025
Herd health is an important element of being responsible for a lot of animals. Routine veterinary checks should be a top priority to find any potential health issues early. Because of the importance and benefits of proactive herd management, we provide this service to local livestock owners.
Part of the Team
There are many parts to the whole picture of health. By adhering to an all-inclusive plan, responsible livestock owners may reach health goals without many complications or delays. Whether farm animals are kept as pets, agricultural support, meat/dairy, or breeding, a team of experts can guide decisions toward the optimal health and well-being of the herd.
Farm Animal Wellness
At the cornerstone of herd health is disease prevention. Routine veterinary checks are essential to detecting health problems early so they don’t spread into a herd-wide outbreak. Identifying concerns early can lead to effective, affordable, and humane treatment.
Vaccinations are administered based on potential risks, environment, size of the herd, and medical history. Vaccination protocols are integral to a proactive approach to livestock health, and may play a large role in the herd’s viability. To ensure that vaccinations achieve their maximum efficacy, we can help you maintain a proper schedule that keeps the herd fully protected for as long as possible.
Deworming is also integral to herd health and must be done on a routine basis.
Animal Nutrition
Due to the myriad conditions associated with an incomplete, inadequate or imbalance diet, we work closely with livestock owners to provide the right mix of vitamins and minerals. If the goal is to support or increase milk production, certain nutritional supplements are key to add to their diet. We can inspect feed and make recommendations for your animals.
A Tailored Approach to Herds
In addition to disease prevention and nutritional counseling, routine checks can include a focus on the specific concerns of an individual herd. This may extend to reproductive health monitoring, fertility rates, increased breeding numbers, and the general productivity related to one or more members of the group. Reducing the risk of genetic disorders is critical to ensuring long lines of the herd.
Partners in Care
At routine checks we can discuss housing/shelters, hygiene, socialization, exercise, stress management, safe pregnancy, and delivery of healthy offspring. If diagnostics and surgery are ever indicated, we will work closely with you to deliver the best possible outcome.
It’s certainly no accident when a herd achieves overall health and wellness. To preserve a high quality of life and commit to sustainable agricultural practices, keeping up with the many elements of herd health is vital.
If our team can assist you with routine livestock checks, and anything related to the health, safety and well-being of your livestock, please call Switzer Veterinary Clinic at (989) 356‑4880.