Abomasal Ulcers in Dairy Calves
Abomasal Ulcers in Dairy Calves 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 […]
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Saving Money, Milk and Improving Human Health
MSU Research: Saving Money, Milk and Improving Human Health 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 in […]
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Vaccinating Goats Against Enterotexemia and Tetanus
Vaccinating Goats Against Enterotexemia and Tetanus 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 grain may be at much lower risk for overeating disease, but […]
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