{"product_id":"transition-calcium-boluses","title":"Transition Calcium Boluses","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-name m-0\" id=\"product-name-15631\"\u003eTransition Calcium Boluses are f\u003cspan\u003east-dissolving oral calcium supplement for cows intended for the transition period. Easy to administer and safe for the animal. Prepares cows to enter the milking herd in a normal time frame. Each bolus contains immediate release calcium and sustained release calcium to help combat milk fever and other common metabolic complications before they start. Also provides vitamin D, which is necessary for the absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorous. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-name m-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing a patented process, high concentrations of nutrients are liquefied, hardened and compressed into a single, quick-dissolution bolus. Application advantages include no sharp edges or surfaces. No palatability issues common with drenches and pastes, and no withdrawal period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTransition Calcium Boluses Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere's no time for downtime - move cows to the milking herd with Transition Calcium Bolus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes in two sizes: 176-gram bolus delivers a minimum of 44 grams of calcium; 88-gram bolus delivers a minimum of 22 grams of calcium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains calcium chloride, calcium propionate, calcium carbonate and vitamin D3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting-edge quick dissolution bolus technology, easy to administer and no withdrawal period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with a Transition Calcium Boluses Balling Gun (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e88 grams (22 grams calcium; ideal for Jersey cows) - Give 2 boluses prior to or immediately following calving and an additional 2 boluses 12 hours later. 176 grams (44 grams calcium) - 1 bolus followed by another bolus 12 hours later.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsing a balling gun, insert bolus into back of cow's mouth. After administration, allow water access. Do not administer with excessive force, nor administer to cows that are lying down, aggressive cows or cows without a normal swallowing reflex.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MAI Animal Health","offers":[{"title":"6 Count","offer_id":46554874675358,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48 Count","offer_id":46554874708126,"sku":null,"price":432.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/2186\/0254\/files\/15631-2.webp?v=1772201702","url":"https:\/\/houlihansaddlery.com\/products\/transition-calcium-boluses","provider":"Houlihan Saddlery LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}