The Evolution of Colorado Serum
Article courtesy of David Huff. Colorado Serum Company’s story begins in January of 1923 on a plot of land close to the Stock Yards and coliseum in Denver, CO. Originally called the American Serum Company, the small facility was started by veterinarian Dr. J.N. Huff in order to produce an antiserum to combat the deadly […]
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Calf Diarrhea (Scours) – Dealing with Dehydration in Dairy Calves
By Heather Smith Thomas. Many pathogens can cause scours in young calves. Intestinal infection and diarrhea can be due to certain kinds of bacteria, viruses or protozoa. Whether calves get sick is often related to multiple factors including exposure (contact with pathogens), level of immunity, and stress (such as bad weather and not enough protection […]
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Effect of maternal bovine appeasing substance on health and performance of pre-weaned dairy calves
Article courtesy of Fera Diagnostics and Biologicals Corporation. This study aimed to evaluate the impacts of a maternal bo- vine appeasing substance (MBAS) administered to pre-weaned Holstein calves on their health and performance. In total, 410 calves individually allocated were enrolled (Treatment, n = 205; Control, n = 205). Treated calves received a topical application […]
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