Articles
Abomasal Ulcers in Dairy Calves
By Heather Smith Thomas. Abomasal ulcers occur when there is a loss of epithelium from the surface of the abomasum. These erosions vary from mild to severe, and categorized into four groups–non-perforating with minimal clinical signs, non-perforating with significant blood loss (blood seen in the feces), perforating with localized peritonitis, and perforating ulcers with acute, […]
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MSU Research: Saving Money, Milk and Improving Human Health
By Emily Lenhard and Kim Ward – Michigan State University. New research from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University finds that dairy producers overtreat cows diagnosed with non-severe cases of clinical mastitis, which increases farm costs and loss of milk. Pamela Ruegg, the David J. Ellis Chair in Antimicrobial Resistance and professor […]
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Vaccinating Goats Against Enterotexemia and Tetanus.
By JM Luginbuhl, Extension Specialist (Goats & Forage Systems); Kevin Anderson, Profesor, Ruminant Health and Production Medicine. It is generally advised that all goats be vaccinated against overeating disease (enteroxemia) and tetanus. Both of these diseases are caused by clostridial bacteria present in animals and the environment. Goats kept on marginal pastures and/or not fed […]
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Euthanizing Decisions: Never an Easy Call.
By Jaclyn Krymowski. There’s no doubt that dairy farmers place an immense amount of pride into their operations and livestock, working around the clock to ensure both quality care and optimal management. Hands down, one of the least glorious parts of this job is making the tough decision to euthanize a cow or calf due […]
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