2. Keep the calf warm. Calves are born with a very thin coat of fur, so they are susceptible to cold. The calf should be kept in a warm, dry environment. If the calf is born in cold weather, it may need to be placed under a heat lamp.
3. Feed the calf milk replacer. If the cow is unable to nurse the calf, the calf will need to be fed milk replacer. Milk replacer is a commercial product that is designed to provide the calf with the nutrients it needs. Milk replacer should be fed to the calf twice a day.
4. Vaccinate the calf. Calves should be vaccinated against a variety of diseases, such as pneumonia, scours, and blackleg. The vaccination schedule will vary depending on the region in which the calf is located.
5. Deworm the calf. Calves should be dewormed regularly to prevent them from developing parasites. The deworming schedule will vary depending on the type of parasites that are common in the area.
6. Castrate the calf. Male calves should be castrated to prevent them from breeding. Castration can be performed by a veterinarian or by a farmer who has experience castrating calves.
7. Wean the calf. Calves should be weaned from milk replacer when they are around 6 months old. Weaning can be done gradually by decreasing the amount of milk replacer that the calf is fed each day.
8. Monitor the calf's health. The calf's health should be monitored regularly for signs of illness. If the calf is not eating, drinking, or acting normally, it should be seen by a veterinarian.