There is no set-in-stone time, but you should never let a cow get over 12 hours into labour, especially if she's having trouble even getting the calf out in the first place. If you suspect a cow is having trouble delivering a calf, do not let it get over 2 to 4 hours long, especially if you are capable of being around to keep an eye on her and other cows.
I started mine at 2 years old. As long as the rider does not exceed 20% of the cow's weight it should be fine.
Yes.
No.
That depends on the type of cow. A dairy cow is able to feed four at one time, whereas a beef cow will be only able to feed one calf at a time--two if she's a really good producer or has a significant amount of dairy influence in her.
To help a cow with constipation you can give the cow one or two teaspoons of mineral oil. This should be enough to help the cow.
Depends....is she in labor? Otherwise, no....time to call your Vet
doesn't a cow require lutalyse and dexamethasone to induce labor?
The maximum weight of a cow is around 2,500 lbs.
I started mine at 2 years old. As long as the rider does not exceed 20% of the cow's weight it should be fine.
Yes.
Once a year.
About 10 years old but the oldest cow is 20 years old.
It can be a little higher than normal because of the stress she's going through trying to push out that calf.
No.
No, it is not a product of cow-labor such as milk
9:00 AM
You wash a calf when you want to. You always wash a calf when you are going to show her at a fair. But you can wash her any other time too.