Summary

Guidance for stocker cattle producers on bovine respiratory disease prevention through vaccination. Explains why newly weaned, transported, and commingled calves are high risk, and outlines a basic receiving checklist that includes clostridial protection, a 5-way BRD vaccine covering key viruses, boosters, and deworming. Compares timing options such as vaccinating on arrival, delaying vaccination about 14 days to let calves settle, and using intranasal products, noting research results and tradeoffs. Also reviews proper injection site placement and encourages working with a veterinarian to fit a protocol to the operation.