--- title: MyDC Quick Start slug: pl-check-links/mydc-quick-start docTags: createdAt: 2026-02-23T07:45:07.738Z --- Welcome, MyDC on PULSE subscribers! Follow the steps below to get started with MyDC: :::ExpandableHeading ## Step 1: Log in on web & mobile 1. Begin by [signing up](docId\:jDGAqhGH4E0edZZwzrwub) for PULSE. 2. [Log in](docId\:Lu4nClEIKrUSevX0eTrxQ). ::: ::::ExpandableHeading ## Step 2: Get started with MyDC! After you log in, click the **Get Started with **MyDC button on the upper right side of the page to add your dairy. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/zICxj0dnLereb6UUrBA3-/zkfbEmE2ClS4C-tRerOAC_mydc-get-started.png) MyDC walks you through your dairy setup, provides options to import your animal data, and allows you to begin your MyDC subscription. :::hint{type="info"} **NOTE: **If your dairy has already been added, click the **Connect to a New **Dairy button to request access. See [Request Access to a Dairy](docId\:KphPYW0dXA_f3VwiMd_bH) to learn more! ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Check out these tips before you begin! - Did you know you can automate your data entry process? Here's how: - If you're an AgSource customer, transfer your herd database and latest animal records automatically using an RAC during step *2 - Identify your *Dairy. Find this code on the bottom right corner of your Herd Summary or contact your AgSource representative for help. - Use an STF from your DRPC to import your herd database and latest animal records. If you have a testday approaching and prefer to hold off and import the latest file, you can complete the setup process first and then come back to MyDC to complete the upload. Be sure to select **Yes** in step *4 - Tell us about your *Dairy*'s Data* to indicate your plan to upload an STF. - If your dairy has a herdcode, have it handy! You can find this 8-digit number in your DRPC communications or testday results. Contact your DRPC if you need help finding your herdcode. - If your dairy is tax exempt, have your 9-digit exemption number or taxpayer ID ready. You will also need to upload a copy of your certificate, which can be a photo of the actual document. Use your phone to quickly snap a photo and upload it in step *5 - Tax exemptions*! - If you have a promotion code, have it ready and add it in step *6 - Estimate your cost*. - Have your credit card on hand to set up your subscription. ::: After the dairy setup process completes, you are ready to import your herd data or add your animals. Expand the sections below to learn more: :::ExpandableHeading ### Import herd data from AgSource If your dairy uses AgSource for milk testing services and you entered your RAC in step *2 - Identify your *Dairy of the setup wizard, PULSE will automatically import your herd and notify you by email when your dairy data is available. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Import an STF If you selected **Yes** in step *4 - Tell us about your *Dairy*'s Data* to indicate your plan to upload an STF, go to the **Quick Actions** section of your dairyhome page and click **Upload** to import your data. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/zICxj0dnLereb6UUrBA3-/b3QF6O0u8_eNDL5fO40Pf_mydc-get-started-upload-stf.png) PULSE will import your herd data and then notify you by email when your dairy is available. This may take up to one business day depending on the size of your herd. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Add animals manually You can also add animals individually or use the **Add Animals in Batch** option to add multiple animals using a VAS template. See [Add Animals](docId\:cMukSEzZaYe9ZW4SP2THC) to continue! ::: :::: :::ExpandableHeading ## Step 3: Check your settings PULSE includes a [Settings](docId:-EcmDfO97IvxS9NjyLlpk) page where you can view and edit various options for your dairy. We suggest you check the following settings when you're getting started: - Your dairy's [Default Breed](docId:4kVQzfdxIflBY5xk99FV2). - Your [Preferred Identifier](docId:4kVQzfdxIflBY5xk99FV2), such as ID or barn name. - Default [Event Definitions](docId\:m_xV2dsSKybZQUA395F8Z) and [Item Definitions](docId\:hJQ1H-v5u1aAtTDYLsMFG). You can edit the descriptions for events and items, or you can also deactivate events your dairy does not plan to track. - Your [Lactation Configuration](docId\:ickaD74KPtbMY9nMPJTRY) settings, which control prompted items for fresh cows and new calves. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ## Step 4: Look up your animals The quickest way to look up an animal is to use the search at the top of any page. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/zICxj0dnLereb6UUrBA3-/nR9jTQ99TcmZ2_V29vsZx_search-list2.png) For instructions on how to view a list of all animals in your herd, as well as other ways to look up animals, see [Find an Animal](docId\:X_Ge0GnFb9gAnewfpdBPK). ::: :::::ExpandableHeading ## You're all set! Now put PULSE to work for you! Check out the topics below to start using PULSE to manage your herd! :::ExpandableHeading ### Manage users and create teams See [Invite a User to Your Dairy](docId\:mVJQDCxBsEh5y66GJzwEN) to add new users to your dairy and [Manage Dairy Users and Roles](docId\:yJKK0d7z_dXpjlNl6-5-x) to learn more about managing your users. You can also group dairy users into Teams, which allows you to set the types of tasks the users typically perform. For instance, you may have a Breeding team that handles all insemination activity. You can add users to the Breeding team and then set their associated events (BRED, ABORT, DNB, PREG) to include the team. See [Teams](docId\:EJH6_Ihs1r0alngjh1GYb) and [Event Definitions](docId\:m_xV2dsSKybZQUA395F8Z) to learn more! ::: ::::ExpandableHeading ### Get familiar with the CowCard! A PULSE CowCard contains detailed status and event information about each animal in your herd, including reproduction status and days in milk, as well as any milk and meat withholds. Use CowCards to quickly access animal details. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/zICxj0dnLereb6UUrBA3-/VRRdQAhwPRoAkCKqhKR-c_cowcard-overview.png) CowCards use the following common terms, which are known as "items" in PULSE:  - LACT: Lactation number - RPRO: Reproductive code (or status) - DIM: Days in milk in current lactation - DSLH: Days since last heat - DCC: Days carrying calf/pregnant - DUE: Date due to freshen (if pregnant) See [View Animal Details on CowCards](docId\:aXmnESlp3JZDTmXUhwV96) to learn more! :::hint{type="info"} **TIP: **CowCards are your primary source for animal data, and you can set which details to include, in your preferred layout. See [Items](docId\:pDGhK62rRXGrUrNqb-895) to learn more about setting PULSE to display your animal data. You can also use [mobile CowCards](docId\:Iho8vLkIo_KMZqOf89uu0) and [Manage Animals (v2)](docId\:IIoqVYhAUrfts4ygyrbnG) while out on the dairy! ::: :::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Customize animal treatments Use the PULSE[Protocols](docId\:VAAE7jFSmWSvGP4bWYxK2) feature to define your dairy's standard animal treatments for health events. If your dairy uses an OvSynchprotocol, tasks are automatically added to your daily [Open Tasks](docId:75_YerCo8uTBp18dl-viI)worklist A worklist is a structured list of tasks or animals requiring attention, typically used to organize and prioritize work. In PULSE and the mobile app, worklists identify animals that need to be seen by dairy workers or animal health experts for specific reasons, such as pregnancy checks or treatment in a hospital pen.. You can also define a Default Remark field for your protocols, which allows you to capture custom details for specific health events. See [Protocols - Remark](docId\:gZN27Eln68uRZURe8JNs-) to learn more! ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Prepare for vet check Customize your filters for [Vetcodes](docId\:BI8opknuUfU5cc14bzBFO) to control the animals PULSE flags for a vet check. After your vetcodes are set, you are ready to [Create a Vet List](docId\:c8Eo1-JTtuhBp7k7UqHBf) and process your list from web or mobile. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Enter animal events PULSE events capture key animal activities, including reproduction-related items (freshening, pregnancy, breeding), location information (movement between pens), and illness details (diagnoses, treatment) that are vital to managing your herd. You can add animal events from web or mobile. - [Events (web)](docId\:e-WCEtRy4dtmIOd-iy-k4) - [Events (mobile)](docId\:jn5d3mhuPXCnSnojGF25n) - [Events (mobile)](docId\:Jr32JQW0P20BCKOGdcXMJ) For a full list of supported events, see [Enter Events (v2)](docId\:Jr32JQW0P20BCKOGdcXMJ). ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Build reports & worklists Customize and build reports and worklists using the [Template Gallery](docId\:GsOLIHR2DFvs2cxi1CcPy) and [Report/Worklist Builder](docId\:t5pfVF-Dp1aqSy8LDc7kn). You can also use the scheduling options to set reports or worklists to generate automatically based on your dairy's specific needs. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Go mobile! Use the mobile app to [process your mobile tasks and worklists](docId\:SwNrLAeZJ7iDIo4pRZdne) and [Complete Tasks (v2)](docId\:ZfB8oC9gL-tkl0stlx9RO) while out on your dairy. Using an RFID scanner can make finding and treating animals even more efficient. See [Work with RFID Scanners (v1)](docId\:nx6UhSlTJkO1HwFfGLBtP) or [RFID Scanners (v2)](docId\:Tw99jpd0HW37hkRJTXFAw) to learn more! ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Check your herd stats View the [Cow Stats](docId\:Nk-uZo-gY2FxzV3Adf3ld) widget on your Dairy Dashboard. ::: ::::: Share your feedback anytime! Click **Help Us Improve** and use the brief form to send your feedback to VAS. ![](https://api.qa.archbee.co/api/optimize/zICxj0dnLereb6UUrBA3-/1LBiSckGKO0E22znuZLmU_dcpro-beta-feedback-form.png) [\< Return to Getting Started](docId:7do6c_5L1k8NnKwn41gTq)