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Here we have posted various articles related to the breeding, management and care of reindeer. These include:

1. Introduction – a comprehensive introduction to the reindeer species and the global industry.

2. Health and husbandry management – a guide to common reindeer aliments and their remedies.

• Bacteria, Viruses and Infectious Diseases
• Viral Diseases
• Parasites
• Internal Parasites
• Non-infectuous Diseases

3. Vaccines, antibiotics and dewormers – a list of popular pharmaceuticals used on reindeer.

4. Nutrition and feeding – a guide to the eating habits of reindeer and how best to meet their nutritional requirements.

5. Reproduction and breeding – a summary of mating habits of reindeer.

6. Calving – an introduction to calving with sub-articles related to the birth process, the care of newborn calves and the fundamentals of bottle raising.

7. Antler production – information on antler production, removal and handling.

• Velvet Antler Removal
• Antler Problems
• Velvet Antler Product Handling

8. Handling facilities – tips for creating facilities to making working with reindeer easier.     

Articles may not be reproduced without permission.
© 2004 Alberta Reindeer Association