Large-animal and cattle veterinary service across rural Manitoba
Livestock Vet in Manitoba
Livestock vet in Manitoba support is about protecting herd health, minimizing losses, and helping your operation run smoother. At Rolling Plains Veterinary Corporation, we work with beef and dairy producers on prevention, pregnancy diagnosis, disease management, diagnostics, and mobile on-farm care when the right facilities are available.
Whether you need routine herd planning or fast help during calving, we focus on practical recommendations, clear protocols, and decisions you can make quickly.
Tip: For a farm visit, confirm handling facilities, animal count, and your goal (preg check, sick pen, herd plan) when booking.
Livestock Veterinary Services for Beef and Dairy Cattle
We support producers with a mix of proactive herd work and problem-solving when something changes fast. Services vary by case and facilities, but commonly include the following.
- Herd health planning and preventive protocols
- Vaccination schedules tailored to risk and season
- Pregnancy diagnosis (including ultrasound when appropriate)
- Uterine and reproductive evaluations (case dependent)
- Diagnostics for sick animals and production drops
- Lameness and hoof-related problem assessments
- Calving support and dystocia troubleshooting
- On-farm examinations and selected procedures (with proper handling)
For antimicrobial stewardship and responsible use guidance, we align with best-practice principles promoted by Public Health Agency of Canada (antimicrobial resistance).
Mobile Livestock Vet Service Across Rural Manitoba
Some situations are better handled on-farm to reduce stress and protect workflow. We have fully equipped work vehicles to support examinations, diagnostic testing, and certain procedures when safe handling facilities are available.
Before we arrive: what to have ready
- Safe, functional handling system (squeeze chute, alley, head gate as needed)
- Animal IDs, group notes, and clear goals for the visit
- Recent treatment history and any withdrawal considerations
- Feed, water, and housing changes from the past 2–4 weeks
Discount note
If you are picking up medications or vaccines, ask about clinic pickup and payment timing so expectations are clear.
Dairy Cattle Herd Health Support
Dairy work often benefits from consistent scheduling and simple checklists that prevent small issues from becoming milk-quality or reproduction setbacks.
Common dairy-focused priorities
- Biweekly or monthly herd visits (where appropriate)
- Early pregnancy diagnosis and reproductive monitoring
- Udder health and milk quality troubleshooting
- Body condition scoring and transition-period risk reduction
- Vaccination and treatment protocols that fit your operation
We can coordinate in-clinic testing where appropriate, and we also use provincial lab access to broaden diagnostic options when needed.
Beef Cattle Programs, Biosecurity, and Calving Season Help
For beef producers, outcomes often come down to prevention, timing, and early decision-making. We can support pregnancy checks, herd planning, and urgent calving help when conditions and safety allow.
Biosecurity and prevention that actually works
We focus on practical steps that reduce pathogen exposure, strengthen immunity, and keep treatment decisions consistent across the herd.
Calving season: when to call early
- Active labor that is not progressing
- Suspected breech/backwards presentation
- Swelling, heavy bleeding, or severe exhaustion
- Calf distress signs or repeated failed attempts to deliver
Facilities, Clinic Support, and What We Stock
St. Claude and Notre Dame locations are equipped for large-animal handling and in-clinic oversight when needed, with setups designed to support examinations and safe restraint.
What a Livestock Vet Does (and Why It Matters)
Large-animal veterinary care is not just “treating sickness.” It is prevention, production support, reproductive planning, and urgent response when something changes fast. For many operations, the biggest ROI comes from consistent protocols, good records, and early troubleshooting.
Where producers see the most value
- Fewer preventable outbreaks through season-based protocols
- Earlier pregnancy confirmation and better reproductive outcomes
- Clearer treatment decisions and fewer repeated problems
- Better handling of “borderline” cases before they escalate
FAQs About Livestock Vet Services in Manitoba
Can you help with both beef and dairy herds?
Yes. Beef and dairy cattle share many health fundamentals, but protocols often differ based on housing, nutrition, seasonality, and production goals. We tailor plans to your operation.
Do you offer ultrasound for pregnancy diagnosis?
When appropriate, ultrasound can support early pregnancy diagnosis and reproductive decision-making. We will recommend the best method based on timing, facilities, and herd needs.
Do you provide on-farm visits?
Yes, when safe handling facilities are available. We will confirm the scope of the visit, animal count, and your goal (preg check, herd plan, sick pen) when you book.
How do you approach antibiotic use?
We support responsible antimicrobial use with clear diagnosis, correct drug selection, and practical protocols to protect animal health and reduce resistance risk.
What should I have ready before you arrive?
Have animal IDs, recent treatment history, a functional chute/handling area, and a clear summary of symptoms and timelines. That allows faster decisions and better outcomes.
Book Livestock Veterinary Service
Tell us your herd type (beef/dairy), head count, and what you need (preg check, herd plan, sick pen, calving help). We’ll guide the next step.