Comparing Spaying Techniques and Performance of Heifers Grazing and In the Feedlot

Abstract

Several different techniques for spaying have been developed recently and these have sparked the interest of veterinarians and cattlemen alike. The most dramatic advancement in the area of spaying came with the development of the Kimberling-Rupp technique. Research conducted comparing the K-R method with the conventional flank spaying method suggests that heifers undergo less stress and that performance is slightly improved. The main advantage is that the K-R technique is fast with less likelihood of infection, and hide damage is eliminated.