It’s wise to have your veterinarian evaluate lower-cost vaccines
first to determine if they fit your herd’s needs. Revisit every
12 to 18 months With new vaccines and new studies on old
vaccines coming out constantly, it’s imperative that you revisit
your vaccine use and protocols with your veterinarian every 12
to 18 months. So says Victor Cortese, director of cattle
immunology for Pfizer Animal Health. "The goal is to get the
best level of disease protection with the least number of
shots," he says. Sometimes, you might be able to give fewer
shots and save money. But the only way to safely do that is to
have a thorough understanding of the vaccines you’re using or
are considering using. That’s where your veterinarian comes in,
Cortese says. There are three factors to consider: 1. Duration
of immunity. Look for a statement on the vaccine label that says
"duration of immunity studies have established XX months" of
protection. If the vaccine has such a statement, you can be
assured it will offer that many mont