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Every animal should have identification or an ID that
contains a series of numbers or letters, or both.
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Ear tags, electronic ear tags, tattoos,
brands and brisket tags are types of identification
used for cattle and sheep. In swine, ear notching
also is common. |
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If you have only one or two animals,
it may easy for you to recognize them, but identification
is still important. What would happen if: |
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Your animal was lost?
• Proper identification may help you find it. |
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Your animal had to be treated for
a disease? |
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• Recording medications is easier
and more accurate if the animal has an ID. |
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Good animal management includes using
IDs. |
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Animal identification is required
for pedigrees and performance records, which include
information such as birth date, weaning weight,
average daily gain and more.
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tag |
ear notch |
brand (hot or freeze) |
tattoo |
ankle band |
brisket tag |
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