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BOVIKALC® DRY Anionic Mineral Bolus for Dairy Cows at Dry-Off

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Bovikalc® Dry is an oral mineral supplement for dairy cows that helps maintain cow comfort at dry-off by temporarily reducing milk production. By decreasing udder engorgement and milk leakage, Bovikalc Dry supports udder health and helps cows transition more comfortably into the dry period.

  • Helps reduce milk production at dry-off
  • Helps decrease udder engorgement and milk leakage
  • Research showed reduced somatic cell counts and reduced risk of clinical mastitis
  • Non-antibiotic oral bolus
  • Available in a convenient 48-count box

Research

Description

Dry-off is a critical phase of the lactation cycle, giving the udder time to rest and regenerate before the next lactation. Cows producing large volumes of milk at dry-off are more likely to experience udder engorgement, milk leakage, and discomfort, which can increase the risk of mastitis and elevated somatic cell counts.

Bovikalc Dry helps provide a more comfortable dry-off by temporarily reducing milk production. The bolus contains calcium sulfate and ammonium chloride, which induce a slight and temporary metabolic acidosis. This natural physiological response reduces milk synthesis, helping relieve udder pressure and minimize milk leakage.

In a recent study, cows receiving Bovikalc Dry experienced:

  • Reduced somatic cell counts
  • Reduced risk of clinical mastitis
  • Reduced risk of removal from the herd
  • Increased comfort and lying time

 

Directions for Use

Administer two boluses per cow at the last milking or 8 to 12 hours before the last milking.

Do not administer more than four boluses in a 24-hour period.
Always follow label directions and consult your veterinarian as needed.

Application Notes

Bovikalc Dry is recommended for dairy cows at dry-off, particularly:

  • High-producing cows
  • Cows prone to udder engorgement
  • Cows with a history of milk leakage after dry-off
  • Herds focused on improving udder health and reducing mastitis risk during the dry period

 

Storage

  • Store at or below 30°C (86°F).
  • Keep boluses in the original plastic tube until immediately before use.
  • Protect from humidity.

Ingredients

Active ingredients:

  • Calcium sulfate
  • Ammonium chloride

These ingredients help induce a slight and temporary metabolic acidosis to reduce milk production during dry-off.

Available size

  • 48 boluses per box

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bovikalc Dry used for?
Bovikalc Dry is used at dry-off to temporarily reduce milk production, helping decrease udder engorgement and milk leakage while supporting cow comfort.

How does Bovikalc Dry work?
The calcium sulfate and ammonium chloride in the bolus induce a slight and temporary metabolic acidosis, which reduces milk synthesis.

When should Bovikalc Dry be administered?
Administer two boluses at the last milking or 8 to 12 hours before the last milking.

Is Bovikalc Dry an antibiotic?
No. Bovikalc Dry is a non-antibiotic oral mineral supplement.

Can Bovikalc Dry help reduce mastitis risk?
Research showed cows supplemented with Bovikalc Dry had a reduced risk of clinical mastitis and lower somatic cell counts.

How should Bovikalc Dry be stored?
Store at or below 30°C (86°F) and keep the boluses in their original plastic tube until use to protect them from humidity.

How many boluses are included in each box?
Each box contains 48 boluses.

Additional information

Weight 24 lbs
Dimensions 7.25 × 21 × 7 in

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