{"product_id":"bovi-shield-gold-fp-5-vl5-cattle-vaccine","title":"Bovi-Shield Gold FP 5 VL5 Cattle Vaccine, 10 Doses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtect Herd Health with Comprehensive Disease Defense\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 is a powerful multi-disease vaccine designed to protect healthy beef and dairy cattle. This modified live virus and bacterin combination safeguards cows and heifers against respiratory, reproductive, and bacterial infections including IBR, BVD Types 1 and 2, PI3, BRSV, Campylobacter fetus, and multiple Leptospira strains. With demonstrated immunity lasting at least 12 months, it helps maintain herd productivity and reproductive success efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis item requires Express shipping due to the perishable nature of this product. Express orders are shipped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday-Wednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Cannot be shipped to a PO Box. Product can only be shipped to the continental US.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Respiratory Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects cattle against IBR, BVD, PI3, and BRSV, reducing illness and improving overall herd respiratory health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces Reproductive Losses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vaccination lowers risk of abortion and reproductive diseases, ensuring healthier calves and stable herd growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnsures Long-Lasting Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides at least 12 months of protection against IBR-induced abortion and BVD persistent infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotes Herd Productivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthy, disease-free cows maintain consistent weight, milk production, and reproductive performance throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplifies Vaccination Program:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines multiple vaccines into one convenient dose, reducing handling stress and improving herd compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains gentamicin and thimerosal as preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use   \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Directions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVaccination Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vaccination of healthy cattle is recommended to protect against respiratory, reproductive, and bacterial infections effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVaccine Rehydration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aseptically rehydrate the freeze-dried vaccine with the supplied liquid bacterin and mix thoroughly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage and Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer 2 mL of the rehydrated vaccine intramuscularly to ensure proper immune response in cattle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInjection Site Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow Beef Quality Assurance guidelines by giving the vaccine in the muscular region of the neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimary Vaccination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Dose Timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer a single 2-mL dose to all breeding cows and heifers about one month pre-breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow-Up Vaccination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give a single dose of Vibrio\/Leptoferm-5® three to four weeks after the initial vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerd Inclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use this schedule when adding new cows or heifers to the existing herd for protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevaccination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Historically, annual revaccination with this product was recommended to maintain herd immunity and disease protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBooster Requirement Uncertainty:\u003c\/strong\u003e The need for booster vaccinations has not been established and may vary depending on herd circumstances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Consultation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult a veterinarian or the manufacturer to determine whether revaccination is necessary for your herd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnant Cows Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not vaccinate pregnant cows unless they received Bovi-Shield GOLD FP or PregGuard GOLD FP previously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNursing Calves Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t vaccinate calves that are nursing pregnant cows unless their mothers were vaccinated within the last year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not vaccinate calves under three months old to prevent improper immune response or adverse reactions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeifer Safety Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heifers must receive at least two doses of Bovi-Shield GOLD FP or PregGuard GOLD FP prebreeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecond Dose Timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer the second heifer dose approximately thirty days before breeding to ensure safety during pregnancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFetal Health Risks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vaccination of pregnant animals with modified live vaccines may pose undetermined fetal health risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTalk to Your Vet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before vaccinating pregnant animals, chat with your veterinarian about the best plan for your herd. This helps keep cows and calves safe and avoids any unexpected problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch Stress Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t vaccinate animals that are stressed. Stress can make reactions worse and affect how well the vaccine works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypersensitivity Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometimes, animals might react within 18 hours after vaccination. Keep a close eye on them during this time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigns to Watch For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look for excessive drooling, trouble walking, or difficulty breathing. If these happen, act fast and get treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarely, anaphylaxis can occur. Give epinephrine right away and follow with supportive care if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing with Other Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only combine this vaccine with other products if the label specifically says it’s safe to do so.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Vaccine Potency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proper storage at 2°–8°C helps maintain full vaccine effectiveness for reliable disease protection in cattle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Against Freezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoiding freezing preserves the vaccine’s integrity and prevents inactivation that could reduce disease protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer express delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/pages\/shipping-policies\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How does Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 protect my cattle from multiple diseases?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This multi-disease vaccine safeguards healthy beef and dairy cattle against respiratory infections like IBR, BVD Types 1 and 2, PI3, and BRSV. It also protects against reproductive and bacterial infections, including Campylobacter fetus and multiple Leptospira strains. With immunity lasting at least twelve months, it ensures herd health, supports reproductive success, and helps maintain consistent productivity throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What is the proper way to administer Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 for best results?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix the freeze-dried vaccine carefully with the liquid bacterin that comes with it until it’s fully blended. Give 2 mL as a neck injection following Beef Quality Assurance tips. Doing this right helps your cattle build strong immunity, keeps them safe from respiratory, reproductive, and bacterial problems, makes handling less stressful, and makes your herd vaccination routine simple and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: When should I give the initial dose of Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 to breeding cattle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the first 2 mL dose about a month before breeding or bringing new cows into your herd. Follow it up with a Vibrio\/Leptoferm-5® booster three to four weeks later. Sticking to this schedule keeps your calves protected from respiratory and reproductive infections, helps your herd stay strong and healthy, and supports better reproductive performance and overall productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: How often should cattle receive revaccination with Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeping your herd protected is key. While annual revaccination was usually recommended, the exact need for boosters isn’t always clear. Talking with your veterinarian or the manufacturer can help you decide if extra doses are needed. Following their guidance helps you keep your cattle healthy, safe, and strong against respiratory, reproductive, and bacterial diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Are there precautions I need to follow when using Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 in pregnant cattle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only vaccinate pregnant cows if they’ve had Bovi-Shield GOLD FP or PregGuard GOLD FP in the past year. Heifers need two doses before breeding, with the second about a month ahead. Following these steps keeps your cows and calves safe and strong, while making sure your whole herd stays healthy and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: How should I store Bovi-Shield GOLD FP 5 VL5 to maintain its effectiveness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your vaccine cool at 2°–8°C, out of direct sunlight, and never let it freeze. Storing it the right way keeps it strong and working to protect your cattle from respiratory, reproductive, and bacterial diseases. Handle it properly, and you’ll keep your herd healthy, productive, and safe all year long. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zoetis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44852292845729,"sku":"10003309","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/10003309.jpg?v=1739989288","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/bovi-shield-gold-fp-5-vl5-cattle-vaccine","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}