Does anyone else give Bo-se shots?

I like giving it a few weeks before birth that way it goes through to the babies. I do all the vit shots around 2-4 weeks before kidding time. We are selenium deficient around my area.

 

I give it once a year only. I also give a selenium mineral block as well as the loose minerals 24/7. I actually like to keep the mineral bock out because it gives me an idea of when they need their shot. You'll notice them going crazy on the block when they need it. I do give more than once a year when I see them doing this.

I do not give it to the kids when they're born.

 

If you are in an area that does not get enough selenium, you should supplement. I would not wait. It is much easier to prevent problems, than it is to fix them. Dose your mini's at .25cc at a day old, and you will be fine. When selinium is given with vitamin E (Bo-Se does), it reduces the chances for overdosing. A baby would have to have around .75cc or more in order to overdose. Don't be afraid, its just like human meds. There are things that can kill us if you over do it. Just be responsible and you will be fine. I guarantee it.

 

Be careful with the insulin syringes and dosaging. Some are 40 units per mL(1/40 mL), some are 100 units per mL(1/100 mL). So, you could give less than half or more than double what you think you are giving.

 

I said that because some people may not know exactly what they have. To someone who doesn't know better, "tuberculin" and "insulin" are pretty close. And, insulin syringes can be picked up in the nearest drug store. I have seen someone mix them up "They looked the same...".

Merely putting out information to help keep people from giving the wrong dosage.

 

How would you know if your area is selenium deficient?