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Looking for reliable protection for your herd? Our selection of blackleg vaccines is designed to promote herd health and prevent costly clostridial diseases. Whether you’re managing a small farm or a large ranch, our 7-way and 8-way cattle vaccines offer peace of mind and ensure your cattle stay healthy and productive throughout the year.
What They Protect Against?
A blackleg vaccine is the most effective way to safeguard your livestock against Clostridium chauvoei (Blackleg), a fast-moving and often fatal infection. Our clostridial vaccines offer broad-spectrum protection against a "7-way" or "8-way" range of threats, including:
Black Disease: Often triggered by liver fluke damage.
Enterotoxemia: Commonly known as "overeating disease."
Red Water (8-way only): Specifically targets Clostridium haemolyticum found in certain regions.
Choosing the Right Protection
7-Way Vaccines: The "standard" for most operations, covering soil-borne clostridial threats like Blackleg and Malignant Edema.
8-Way Vaccines: These provide an extra layer of protection against Red Water disease. If you live in an area prone to liver flukes, an 8-way is usually the safer bet for total herd security.
Tetanus Versions: If you plan on banding or castrating your calves, look for a vaccine that specifically includes a Tetanus toxoid, like Bovilis Covexin 8 or Bovilis Cavalry 9.
For more information on choosing a specific vaccine, contact our team for personalized support. Together, we can make sure your herd receives the care they deserve.
Unique Benefits of Our Collection
Caring for your livestock is one of the most rewarding parts of raising cattle, and our vaccines are here to make it easier:
Dependable Prevention: Every product is carefully chosen to target clostridial strains.
Backed by Experience: With years of reputable research and on-farm success from brands like Merck and Boehringer Ingelheim, you can count on proven protection.
Competitive Prices: Quality doesn’t have to come with excessive costs. Our vaccines offer excellent value for herd management without breaking the bank.
Administration Guidelines
For the best care of your herd, it's important to follow the proper instructions for every animal’s vaccination protocol.
Change Needles Often: Swap for a fresh Needle every 10–15 head to prevent infection and ensure clean entry.
Proper Restraint: For your safety and the animal's, always use a sturdy headgate or Livestock Handling Equipment to keep the animal still during the injection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When should calves be vaccinated for blackleg?
A: Try and schedule a vaccination around 2 to 4 months (often at branding), followed by a booster at weaning.
Q: Do I really need a booster?
A: Yes. For most clostridial vaccines, that second dose 3–4 weeks after the first is what actually "locks in" the immunity. Without it, the first shot doesn't do much long-term.
Q: How should I store these vaccines?
A: Keep them refrigerated. If they freeze or get too hot in the sun the vaccine can become useless.
