Lambs 0.5mL at tailing or weaning Sheep 1mL pre-lambing Calves 2 - 3mL from 2 months of age Cows 4 - 6mL pre-calving Cobalt deficiency in soil and/or pasture leads to a lack of Vitamin B12 in body tissues of stock which, subsequently, may have poor growth rates and ill thrift, particularly in young animals Before treatment, establish pasture cobalt levels and/or Vitamin B12 status of stock Treatment is likely to last only 4-6 weeks if liver storage levels of Vitamin B12 and pasture levels of cobalt are low Treatment of pregnant ruminants should benefit newborn animals, particularly when treated in latter stages of pregnancy Supplementation of young ruminants should begin at or before weaning
Ensure the area where the injection will be given is clean to prevent infection
Yes, when administered by a trained professional, these injections are safe
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Always consult with a healthcare professional before taking any new oral vitamin to ensure it is appropriate for your individual needs and health history
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