Po-Po Owie

or Fixing a Prolapsed Prepuce in Feedlot Steers

Abstract

Preputial ("po po") injuries ("owies") in feedlot steers is not an everyday occurrence, but is commonly seen. They are most common in Brahman cross cattle. When exposed to the feedlot environment, the prolapsed tissue frequently enlarges, is traumatized and is subject to further injury, such as being stepped on.