Just a few more thoughts on cattle.
The author had mentioned some of the issues that may arise when raising cattle. Some treatment methods are important to understand. The most common treatable problems encountered in cattle will be related to calving problems, prolapse and bloat.
Calves are born with the front feet first, followed by the nose. Any position that deviates from this may require some intervention on your part. A prolapse can also be easily treated. With the cow secured in a chute, wet the prolapse with water, and wipe down with sugar or dish soap. Next push it back inside. Put 2 to 3 stitches in the labia (near the middle so as not to interfere with the cow's bathroom functions. Prolonging the treatment of a prolapse interferes with a cows urinary excretion. The final common thing to know is how to treat bloat, which will quickly suffocate cattle. Bloat is usually most common in fed cattle. You should keep a long needle on hand for such emergencies (longer than 2") If bloating cannot be alleviated by exercising the cow, the air pressure can be relieved by sticking the needle in the rumen in the area between the hip and ribs. This must be done on the appropriate side.