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3. Hygiene: Hygiene practices

3. HYGIENE Author: Jennifer Van Os, Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW–Madison Reviewers: Courtney Halbach, Department of Medical Sciences, UW–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine; Tina Kohlman, UW–Madison … See more

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Benchmarks for calf health before pair housing

WEBTwo Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves By Jennifer Van Os1.January 21, 2021. Reviewed by Joao Costa2, Tina Kohlman3, and Theresa Ollivett4. 1Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison; 2Department of Animal & Food Sciences, University of Kentucky; 3UW-Madison Extension Fond du Lac …

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Pair or group housing of dairy calves

WEBTwo heads are better than one: A starter guide to pairing dairy calves. This series of articles is a seven-part starter guide for pairing or group-housing pre-weaned dairy calves. Throughout this guide, we cover best practices to promote good health and welfare in calves raised in pairs or small groups. View or download each article below.

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Why all the fuss about pair housing

WEBTwo Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves 1. By Jennifer Van Os1.November 6, 2020. Reviewed by Tina Kohlman2, Emily Miller-Cushon3, and Theresa Ollivett4. 1Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison; 2UW-Madison Extension Fond du Lac County; 3Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida; …

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Heat stress and heat abatement for dairy cows and calves

WEBInstructional video by Jennifer Van Os (University of Wisconsin-Madison), Cassandra Tucker (University of California-Davis), Alycia Drwencke (Cornell Cooperative Extension), Grazyne Tresoldi (California State University, Chico), and Karin Schütz (AgResearch New Zealand). March, 2021. Heat stress abatement in dairy facilities. Heather Schlesser.

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5. Grouping: Grouping strategies

WEBIn our 2019. GROUPING STRATEGIES. survey, 52% of farms formed pairs or groups when calves were in the first week of life, and 22% of farms did so when calves were in the second week of life (Figure 2). Age when calves enter pairs or groups. at least some are >3 weeks old. 15-21 days old. 8-14 days old.

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Grouping strategies 2. Benchmarks

WEBTwo Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves 1. Written by Jennifer Van Os1.January 11, 2021. Reviewed by Courtney Halbach2, Tina Kohlman3, Theresa Ollivett2, and Emily Miller-Cushon4.1Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW -Madison; 2Department of Medical Sciences, UW-Madison School of …

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Hygiene practices 2. Benchmarks Hygiene

WEBTwo Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves Written by Jennifer Van Os1.February 8, 2021. Reviewed by Courtney Halbach2, Tina Kohlman3, Theresa Ollivett2, and Donald Sockett4.1Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison; 2Department of Medical Sciences, UW-Madison School of Veterinary …

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A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves

WEBTitle: 0. Two Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves Author: Jennifer Van Os Ph.D. Subject: Alfred Toepfer Faculty Fellow Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, University of Wisconsin Madison

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1. Introduction: Why all the fuss about pair housing

WEBHousing calves with at least one companion can improve animal welfare, calf growth, and consumer perception. Although the impact on calf health is less clear, many of the benefits of pair housing are promising for the vitality and sustainability of the dairy industry. A growing number of producers have found when raising dairy calves, two …

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6. Feeding: Feeding practices and reducing cross sucking

WEBFeeding through a nipple gives calves an appropriate outlet for their suckling instinct, both while drinking and afterward. Nipples designed to deliver slow flow rates are effective for extending the meal length. It is important to allow calves access to a nipple for at least 20 minutes after they finish the milk meal.

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2. Benchmarks: Benchmarks for calf health before pair housing

WEBThe Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) Gold Standards recommend sampling at least 12 calves to evaluate the status of passive immunity in your herd. Select calves at day 2 to 7 of life, ideally between. 24 to 48 hours after birth. Be sure at least 24 hours have passed since calves were fed colostrum to ensure enough time for transfer to

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Two heads are better than one: A starter guide to pairing …

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Animal Welfare Science @ UW-Madison

WEBBased on decades of research, this game was designed by faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with help from people who work on or with real dairy farms in Wisconsin. This educational game is completely FREE (no ads!) for download on either Android or Apple devices, hosted by the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine’s …

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WEBAn EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including

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Feeding Practices and Reducing Cross-Sucking

WEBTwo Heads Are Better Than One: A Starter Guide to Pairing Dairy Calves By Jennifer Van Os1.January 11, 2021. Reviewed by Emily Miller-Cushon2, Tina Kohlman3, and Theresa Ollivett4. 1Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison; 2Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida; 3UW-Madison Extension Fond du Lac County; …

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Madalina Mincu – Animal Welfare Science @ UW-Madison

WEBMadalina is a Veterinary Medicine PhD Student who joined the Van Os lab in October 2023 as a Fulbright Visiting Student Researcher. Madalina became a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2018.

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Other topics in animal welfare – Animal Welfare Science @ UW …

WEBMay 14, 2019. (5:00) Ag Chat at UW-Madison – Jennifer Van Os. Radio interview with Jennifer Van Os. WSUM 91.7 Madison Student Radio. March 7, 2019. UW Madison Extension Specialist Animal Welfare. Radio interview with Jennifer Van Os. WAXX 104.5, Talkin’ With Bob & Kristin . April 20, 2018.

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Research – Animal Welfare Science @ UW-Madison

WEBResearch. Understanding and promoting animal welfare is an essential part of achieving sustainability in food animal production. To this end, the applied research questions in our program follow these broad themes: Understanding the needs of farmed animals from a biological, species- and life-stage-appropriate perspective: what behaviors are

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