Dr. Douglas Waterman: Fresh Cow Uterine Recovery Tips | Ep. 97

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In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Doug Waterman from Virtus Nutrition explains how management and nutritional strategies influence uterine involution and overall reproductive success in dairy cows. He discusses key factors like inflammation control, calving management, and omega-3 supplementation to improve cow health and future productivity. Listen now on all major platforms! "Uterine involution typically occurs within 20 to 50 days, but various stressors can significantly extend this recovery period." Meet the guest: Dr. Doug Waterman https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-waterman-0586811b8/ , Eastern Technical Sales Director at Virtus Nutrition, LLC, brings over 30 years of experience in the dairy industry, specializing in nutrition and supporting field nutritionists. His expertise spans reproductive health, inflammation control, and optimizing cow performance through targeted nutritional strategies. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+dairy+nutrition+blackbelt Renee Smith: Omega-3 Benefits in Dairy https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/the-dairy-nutrition-blackbelt-renee-smith-omega-3-benefits-in-dairy-ep-36 Dr. Daniel Rico: Vitamin D3 & Omega-3 Effects on Cattle Stress - Part 1 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Vitamin-D3-&-Omega-3-Effects-on-Cattle-Stress Dr. Daniel Rico: Omega-3 & Vitamin D3 for Cow Health - Part 2 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Omega-3-&-Vitamin-D3-for-Cow-Health What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:57) Introduction (01:55) Uterine involution basics (03:37) Calving difficulties impact (04:27) Key management strategies (06:25) Inflammation and reproduction (08:05) Omega-3 research findings (10:20) Closing thoughts The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by the innovative companies: Virtus Nutrition (https://virtusnutrition.com/essentialstrata/) * Kemin (https://www.kemin.com/dairy) * Afimilk (https://hubs.la/Q03f1mLN0) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/en/) * Priority IAC (https://priorityiac.com/) - Zinpro (https://www.zinpro.com/isoferm/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://www.wisenetix.com/dairynutritionblackbelt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dairycampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/dairycampus/