S6 E8: Sorting through the Madigan Squeeze method for saving newborn calves

About this episode

Dr. John Madigan discusses the Madigan Squeeze Procedure and its application for treating newborn calves.

On this episode of Sorting Pen, we’re joined by Dr. John Madigan. Best known for developing the Madigan Squeeze Procedure, Dr. Madigan walks us through this simple yet groundbreaking technique used to treat neonatal maladjustment syndrome (often called “dummy foal syndrome") and how it’s now being applied to calves as well. Hear why it works, how it can be used on the ranch, the research behind it, and much more in this conversation. If you heard Dr. Madigan speak at our Convention last Decem...

People in this episode

Host: California Cattlemen's Association

Guest: Dr. John Madigan

Topics covered

• Madigan Squeeze Procedure
• neonatal maladjustment syndrome
• calf treatment
• ranch techniques
• research

Keywords

• Madigan Squeeze
• newborn calves
• dummy foal syndrome
• neonatal treatment
• ranch application

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: California Cattlemen's Association

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